Think about the goals you want to achieve by the end of the discussion. (What do you want your students to learn or know how to do or think about by the end of section?) Consider your role as a ...

While there are many tools in Blackboard Learn, discussion boards are a staple when we want to foster conversation with students about course content. When crafted to leverage the key aspects of ...

Using respectful language is essential in maintaining a positive atmosphere during group discussions. Avoiding offensive ...

Why Are Class Discussions Challenging? There are a variety of reasons that class discussions are challenging. It’s not necessarily just students being “lazy”. There could be a lot of real issues and ...

This guide is an invitation to dialogue. It is based on a belief in the power of human connection and is designed for people who want to use Between Earth & Sky to engage family, friends, classmates, ...

In case of a large class, online discussion can be designed as group discussions by dividing the class into small discussion groups. Each group will have its own discussion thread. To set up group ...

When addressing institutional barriers to student success, achieving buy-in and helping practitioners feel supported in initiatives is critical in changing campus culture. At Indiana University, ...