Discussion Boards and their Application
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Discussion Boards and their ApplicationCurriculum Teaching and Technology
EDD 7914 CRN 22065by
Darcel Gardner, Deltrye Holt, Francisco Jimenez, Tamecia Scott
What are Discussion Boards?Discussion boards are:
Software programs Asynchronous conversations Synchronous conversations Online environment.
Discussion forumsElectronic bulletin boardsVirtual conference areas.
How are Discussion Boards used? Allows people to post messages.Reply to messages in a online
environment. Allow for the posting of audio files, text
files, video files, and images. Promote ongoing communication.
Extending Face-to-Face Discussions
Initial post in Desire2Learn learning management system
User-Interface for Replying to a Post
Building a Learning Community
Encouraging Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
Connecting clinical practicum using discussion boards
Platform (Moodle)Critical thinking and Problem SolvingCase study example: You must perform a blood draw on Kelly, a 3-year-old girl who is accompanied by her parents and her 6-year-old brother. The child is visibly frightened by the prospect of the blood draw. What are some of the steps you can take to ensure that this procedure goes smoothly?
Students response
Discussion board and clinical practicum
• Evaluations of Discussion board
• Demonstrations are embedded in discussion boards
• Reinforcement to hands on learning
Discussion Board supporting a Book StudyDiscussion boards were used to lead a school wide
book studyThe school engaged in a formal book study to
promote a change in educational practices.Teachers became members of a group using Moodle
as a secure platform.School members we required to read a book and
post their own views on the book.In addition, school members were required to
respond to 3 additional post.Teachers received Continuing Education Credits and
bonus points on their annual evaluation.
Sample of a Threaded Discussion
Results of the Book StudyThe staff improved their collegial professional
communication .The staff involved with the project promoted
the use of best practices within their classroom.
Those practices permeated to other staff members and increased the number of participants in the group.
Student results on standardized test increased.
The staff was much more unified as a result of the ongoing professional discussion.
Advantages of Discussion BoardsAsynchronously and synchronous
communicationOngoing dialogue and collaborationIncreased accountability Immediate feedback Critical thinking, problem solving, and
knowledge construction. Independent of locationOnline learning community
Disadvantages of Discussion BoardsEncouraging people to participate.
Lack technology skills Intimidated by technologyLack content knowledge
Access to technology and softwareTechnical issues and supportSoftware version
Discussions lack directionTeacher/ student focus
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