All About the Online Discussion Board

Despite their universal use in online teaching, online discussions often fall flat. But it doesn’t have to be this way. In this episode, we’ll discuss how multiple due dates for a discussion can foster thoughtful responses; we’ll talk about the importance of using Universal Design for Learning to guide your discussion; we’ll discuss the importance of putting yourself in the student perspective when writing your discussion prompts; and finally, we’ll go over techniques for fostering a community within your discussion board and class.

This episode is all about the discussion board!

Recommended Resources:

• 20-Minute Mentor: The Discussion Board and Beyond: How Can I Engage Students Online?
• 20-Minute Mentor: How Do I Create Questions that Stimulate Engaging Conversations in Online Discussion Boards?
• 20-Minute Mentor: What are Three Proven Ways to Manage My Online Discussion Board and Actively Engage Students?

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