Can We Talk?: Effective Discussion Board Practices in Building Online Student Engagement and Community
Thursday, October 4, 2018 at 9:45 AM–10:30 AM EDT
Atlantic 6
Type of Presentation Requested
Concurrent Session
Session Abstract
More often than not, discussion boards are used in online courses. However, not all online discussions are equal. Adult educators should be aware of challenges and opportunities of the effective use of discussion boards to enhance student learning. The presenters discuss strategies to enhance online discussions and increase social presence.