Module Three: Video Presentation Storyboard

What are discussion forums?
The use of discussion forums in an online classroom
The use of discussion forums in traditional classrooms vs The use of discussion forums in online classrooms	Screen shots of student postings to online discussion forums (would not copy to blog)
What is the relevance of discussion forums in distance education?
Best practices in a discussion forum: ·      Expectations ·      Grading	Research Finding Implications for Practice Learning Effectiveness: Interaction with Content Online discussion/learning may be more supportive of experimentation, divergent thinking, exploration of multiple perspectives, complex understanding & reflection than F2F discussion. (Parker and Gemino, 2001; Picciano, 2002) Encourage experimentation, divergent thinking, multiple perspectives, complex understanding & reflection in online discussion through provocative, open-ended questions, modeling & support & encouragement for diverse points of view. Develop grading rubrics for discussion participation that reward desired cognitive behaviors. Develop initial course activities to encourage the development of swift trust. Online discussion/learning may be less supportive of convergent thinking, instructor directed inquiry & scientific thinking than F2F discussion. (Parker and Gemino, 2001; Picciano, 2002) Use other course activities to support these such as written assignments, one-on-one tutorials, small group collaboration & self-testing. Develop grading rubrics for discussion participation that reward desired cognitive behaviors. Reference Swan, K. (2004). Relationships between interactions and learning in online environments. The Sloan Consortium.
Students working online in discussion forums	Classroom video clips
Teachers working online in discussion forums	Classroom video clips
Sources for discussion forums