There are many advantages of having diversity in a collaborative learning environment because a collaborative learning environment I think is proven to be exceptionally beneficial to innovation in the class room. This type of environment allows classmates to learn from others classmates threw brainstorming or group learning. Each student brings some of their knowledge, colored by their individual personalities, which come together in aggregate throughout the course of the collaborative learning process. Diversity is the most essential part of this entire process, allowing a well-rounded view of the challenge or new information. A Diverse Learning Environment will also help prepare you for the work place (and everyday living). By learning in this environment you are not only learning about different cultures, values, etc... You are immersed in it. You can also develop empathy. Drop stereotypes. Prevent racism/bigotry.

Factors such as diversity, attitude, learning, and work styles affect collaboration I think because if the collaborative group does not have diversity, the views and ideas of each of the members would be too similar and make it difficult for them to generate good solutions or ideas. Attitudes can also affect collaboration because each person has different views and will see things in a different way. A positive or negative attitude will affect a person’s performance and learning ability. Everybody has different strengths and learning styles, when brought together it can make the collaborative team stronger. Work styles will give you more options to determine which ideas or views will be more effective. Within each person you will see unique strengths and weaknesses derived from their culture in addition to their individuality. The factors that affect collaboration also strengthen the team’s productivity and responsiveness to