ABSTRACT
This chapter sets out to give readers confidence that course sharing is not as hard as it may look and that obstacles can be opportunities. It describes four practical aspects that course share programs should consider and revisit regularly, which are referred to as the 4Cs: Collaboration, Communication, Curriculum, and Community of Practice. After describing the affordances and challenges of collaboration more broadly (see Girons & Swinehart, 2020, and Gabriel-Petit, 2017, respectively), the chapter discusses aspects related to communication that help pave the path to success. This includes defining institutional needs for less commonly taught languages (LCTLs) and resources that can be shared with potential partners. On both fronts, thinking outside the box can allow for greater versatility and success. It also includes logistical considerations such as establishing a memorandum of understanding and a strategy for publicizing new LCTL offerings. Refining the curriculum and providing ongoing training and development for faculty and students alike form the next step on the pathway to success. Combined, these elements help lead to a collaborative and cohesive community of practice among all stakeholders (King, 2019).
