Blackboard has many tools dedicated to improving communication among learners and instructors. In this session, we take a closer look at how to set up and use three of these communication tools.
Discussion Boards are an interactive space where learners can post and reply to messages (examples include class debates, weekly reflections, team discussions, role plays, etc.).
Journals are a private and reflective space for learners to write (examples include reflecting on personal growth, recording lab results, documenting clinical experiences, communicating “muddiest points” that are private).
Wikis are a collaborative space where students can view, contribute to and edit content (examples include grant writing, creative writing, group research projects, student-created study guides and course glossaries).