Tag: discussion boards

Online discussions are a crucial aspect of digital learning, as they foster engagement and critical thinking remotely. However, if prompts are not designed with accessibility in mind, they can create barriers for students with disabilities, language differences, or learning preferences. Making discussion prompts more accessible ensures that all students can participate meaningfully. Here are some […]

As of January 18, a new Canvas feature allows instructors to set multiple due dates for Discussion Boards, making it easier to manage multi-stage discussions. This update enhances the overall organization, accountability, and grading flexibility in online courses. What’s New? With this update, instructors can now: To enable this feature, select the “Graded” checkbox and then check “Assign graded […]

Designing engaging student discussion boards according to best practices will set you up for a more productive experience.

Discussion board groups are an easy way to break up a large classes and connect students to the course.

One way you can engage your students is using pre-discussion posts before a lecture on new content.

Creating a discussion board is a great tool to promote online conversation and collaboration.