This tutorial explains online discussion board, which are commonly used in university courses to get students to engage with each other and share ideas.
Participating effectively in online discussions
Discussion boards are platforms on which you can communicate asynchronously* with your peers and tutors during an online course. The purpose of a discussion board is to provide you with the opportunity to exchange ideas, share content, and ask questions. Discussion boards are also used for giving and receiving feedback.
*Not happening at the same time.
Writing a discussion board post
Learn how to start a thread and write a post on an online discussion board by exploring some tips and activities.
Start and name a thread
When starting a new discussion, the first step is to name your thread. These tips will help you title threads effectively:
include keywords or only the most important information
keep thread titles short
add information like the unit number or unit name to make it easy for others to find your thread.
Discussion board title activity
Choose the most suitable title for a discussion thread in the activity below.
