Leading forum discussions in the Moodle-based courses

Teachers who use the Moodle platform often include forums which are designed to engage learners in discussions about course materials. Forums are considered one very important tool for extending learning beyond classroom time. In the forums, learners engage in discussions that serve various functions, among which are functions like key concept definition, knowledge application, bridging chapters, classroom assessment technique, etc. Often students surprise us with the amount of discussion they produce, and, sometimes, the quality of learner-to-learner exchanges is positively surprising as well. When properly oriented and led, students show great potential for becoming independent learners and thinkers. This workshop is intended to give some tips to teachers on how to best design, lead and conclude virtual class discussions.