Kohting

Kohting is a term used in some online communities to describe a collaborative practice aimed at turning learning into actionable progress through structured peer support. It lacks a single formal definition and is mainly documented in informal discussions, forums, and niche blogs. In its commonly described form, kohting is a cyclical process in which participants take turns being learners and facilitators, work in short, time-boxed sessions, and prioritize concrete outcomes over theoretical debate. Sessions are designed to be practical: participants use checklists, shared calendars, and simple dashboards to set goals, plan micro-tasks, and record results. After each cycle, the group conducts a brief retrospective to identify what helped, what hindered, and how to adjust.

History and etymology are not well established. The earliest attestations date from late 2010s online communities, but there is no consensus on the origin of the term. Some commentators speculate it is a blend of coaching and meeting concepts, while others view it as a neologism arising within specific groups.

Applications of kohting are described in educational and professional contexts, including organization of study groups, on-boarding cohorts, or skill-building loops in software teams and makerspaces. It is sometimes presented as a way to scale mentorship by distributing facilitation duties among participants and reinforcing practical outcomes over theory.

Limitations and considerations include the informal nature of the term and the lack of standardized methodology or metrics for success. Potential concerns involve uneven participation or power dynamics. Proponents argue that, when implemented with clear roles, time-boxed sessions, and lightweight documentation, kohting can accelerate practical learning and collaborative productivity.