https://teaching.temple.edu/sites/teaching/files/resource/pdf/MasteringOnlineDiscussionBoardFacilitation.pdf
Introduction Discussion boards, or threaded discussions, are one of the most commonly used tools in online teaching. Discussion forums provide the ability for asynchronous discussion to occur over a period of time. The ability to learn asynchro-nously is one of the primary benefits of online learning. Students are able to reflect upon their ideas before sharing them with the class, leading to ...