Co-Learning is a process in which multiple parties collaborate to generate new knowledge. In a Co-Learning Plan, an author researches an innovative economic development tool, model, strategy, policy, or practice, and the findings and recommendations serve as a key resource for economic development practitioners and policymakers in Michigan. Co-Learning Plans can be written by practitioners, decision-makers, community leaders, entrepreneurs, scholars, or other stakeholders. Co-Learning Plan authors are expected to conduct research, engage in Co-Learning with peers, write a Co-Learning Plan, develop a dissemination plan, identify potential Innovation Fellows, and present at the Innovate Michigan! Summit.

Co-Learning Plan selection is a competitive process. REI typically funds two to four Co-Learning Plans each year, and authors may receive up to $8,000 in support.

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