TEACHx 2024

Asynchronous online discussions can effectively foster student collaboration and engagement, but sometimes these conversations fall flat, with students merely agreeing with one another or making superficial conversation. In this workshop, we will discuss how to craft a successful discussion question prompt that encourages critical thinking, idea exchange, and meaningful conversation. We will review research and strategies for structuring successful online discussion that supports robust student engagement and active learning, including discussion roles, staggered due dates, faculty participation, and more. Participants will have the opportunity to review or revise their discussion questions with their peers and will walk away with a plan to augment or improve their existing online discussion practices.