Understanding the Discussion Board Forum

Are you confused about how to engage in a Discussion Board forum? 

What is expected of you in there? 

Is it like a chat room? 

Do you have to post anything? 

See the FAQ list below to learn more about using the Discussion Board forum for the Ask the Instructor thread, the Collaboration forum, as well as the Discussion Board Assignments.

Need more helpful information about Discussion Board posts?  See these handouts for assistance:

Discussion Questions:

FAQs and Understanding the Assignments

• Discussion Boards OVERVIEW
• Discussion Board Details
• Word Count (DB)
• Previewing Posts (DB)
• Edit/Delete (DB)
• 3-Part-Structure
• Voice: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd (DB)
• Source Usage (DB)
• Documentation (DB)
• Initial Post—Part 1 (DB)
• Initial Post—Submission Requirements (DB)
• Analysis and Evaluation in the Discussion Boards
• Response Writing
• Participation Post--Part 2 (DB)
• Participation OVERVIEW (DB)
• Participation Post—Submission Requirements (DB) 
• Discussion Board Post No-Nos