Learning Technology Guide - DEV
Discussion Forum (Brightspace)
group worktext chatasynchronouscommunicationWhat is it?
The discussion forum in Brightspace allows you and your students to have asynchronous conversations using text. It is also possible to use short video and audio clips using the video and audio note feature.
How do I use it?
All course sites within Brightspace have the Discussion Forum option under the Communication menu. You will need to create a Forum then Topic, as well as activate your Brightspace course site for students to interact with it.
Quick Facts
- Category
- Asynchronous Communication
- Rating Level
- Pilot/Active
- Last Modified
- 07 April 2022
- Created
- 19 April 2020
- License Available
- Yes
More Info
- Security Concerns
- No
- Technical Support
- Memorial
- Platform(s)
- Any platform. Requires a modern web browser
Ratings Information
Security and Privacy
There are currently no security or privacy concerns for this tool.Support Information
Contact the CITL Support Centre for assistance.
Technology Resources (How-to's):
Student Resources:
Note: Instructional Support is available through CITL. Please connect with Learning Technology Coaches for assistance ltc_citl@mun.ca or visit the Teaching and Learning Exchange in ED 1001, St. John’s Campus.