This week, we discussed how to promote learning through asynchronous discussions, in many cases, the heart of online courses. Issues considered include: developing a sense of community, structuring discussions, setting expectations, assessment and strategies for facilitating quality interactions.
 
Resources mentioned:
 
Joanna Dunlap: Down and Dirty Guidelines for Effective Discussions in Online Courses
                       Protocols for Online Discussions (excellent discussion board activities)
 
Sedef Uzuner:  Educationally Valuable Talk
 
WebQuest Authoring Tools: Zunal
                                         WebQuest Direct
 
Further notes available shortly at: http://cammybean.kineo.com/
 
Further discussion below. (Of course, you can discuss this anywhere you choose: tag #IDlive)