A discussion board is a feature similar to virtual chat but users do not need to be available at the same time to have a conversation. Conversations are grouped into threads that contain a main posting and related replies. A forum usually contains one main topic. Threads are used either to reply to the main topic or used to discuss subtopics within the main topic. Students cannot start new Forums. The instructor can allow students to start new Threads.

The Basics

1. To add you own message to a discussion board, click Add New Thread .
2. Type in the subject.
3. Type in your message.
4. Click Submit to post it.
5. Your instructor may allow you to "remove a post", or "Edit a post" if you make an error in a post to the Discussion Forum.

Interactive Tutorial

Discussion Boards