Uses of Discussion and Discussion Groups in Distance Learning

February 19, 2008
1 p.m.

Presented online by Robin Bartoletti and Tracey Mac Gowan Instructional Design Specialists for the Office of Lifelong Learning

Come and learn what you can do to effectively use discussion forums and student moderated discussion groups to increase interaction and foster a sense of community in your distance education courses. Various examples will be shared.

The presentation will be delivered using Wimba. All you need is an internet connection or an available phone line.

Log-in Instructions
1. To access the live presentation at 1 p.m. on the 19th, go to URL: http://208.185.34.120/launcher.cgi?room=_SMDiscussion.
2. Run the Setup Wizard to make sure you have everything you need to view the session.
3. Click on the Participant Login.
4. These sessions have been designed so that you can log-in without a password. All you need to do is type in your name and click enter.To dial into the audio only, call 646-367-1174 and use this PIN: 37000390.

We look forward to seeing you online!