Getting particpation within a DB.
I have a problem getting students to actively participate in discussion boards. They are required to participate at leas three times per week. When they do participate, a lot of times there is no thought behind the posting. I can tell it was written to meet institutions policy. Asking questions that try to promote learning, and push them to succeed does not help. Any other suggestions to help promote DB postings that are though provoking, and help other students want to learn more?
Perry
Stacy,
I would have to agree and think that it seems to be more effective when I actually ask them a question specific to their response. When I personalize it,this sort of requires and answer.
Theresa
Perry, getting students to provide good solid posts and responses is a struggle for me as well. I have found when grading those that do provide good posts, when I tell them what a great job they did and why, those students stay more actively involved in the posts. It is tough though I agree.
Thank you and good luck.
Stacy
Perry,
Sometimes an individual appeal can get some results when you let the student know that you know they have more to offer. I sometimes do this in my grading feedback.
Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
