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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