Discussion Board assignments

In this course will be used to foster peer to peer interaction and reinforce many of the 21st century learning skills focusing on the ability to communicate productively with others, while incorporating different perspectives.

Question and Answer (Q&A) Discussion Board

Students can post in this discussion board at any time throughout the course. Any question that comes up while students are going through the course they can post here. The instructor will respond and field any discussions or follow-ups where necessary.

Introduction Discussion

During week 1 of the course, students will post an introduction giving some of their background, educational and professional goals. Students will also briefly discuss their feelings about social studies as a course.

Weekly Self-Assessment Reflections

Post a discussion board per week of the course. Weekly discussion boards are for students to self-report on one piece of the lesson they experienced success with and one that was a challenge or caused confusion. Students will receive participation points for their initial post and a post to respond to a peer, meeting outlined criteria. Example: Unit 1: Week 1 Self-Reflection

Discussion Board Etiquette

View Discussion Board Use and Etiquette page - which is also viewable to students.