Canvas Discussion Boards can be powerful tools to promote student collaboration, critical thinking, and community building. In this one-hour session on Wednesday, September 24, at 12:45–1:45 p.m., participants will explore best practices for setting Canvas Discussion Board and moderating discussions.

The following topics will be covered in the session:

Canvas Discussion Board Basics

• Graded vs. ungraded
• Group discussions
• Threaded replies

Creating and Managing Discussions

• Setting availability dates
• Using rubrics for graded discussion
• Best Practices for Engagement

Best Practices for Engagement

• Crafting effective prompts
• Encouraging meaningful participation
• Using multimedia (videos, images, links) in posts
• Providing timely and constructive feedback