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Top 7 Discussion Board DO's and DON'Ts [Infographic]

Written by Thomas Edison State University | Tuesday, August 13, 2013

As the dynamic feature of online courses, discussion boards provide for vibrant engagement between classmates and mentors. You’ll find your interactions to be lively and thoughtful—like actually being in a classroom together.

However, just as in a traditional classroom, professional etiquette still applies. In an online atmosphere, what you post is a reflection of who you are. Everyone is trying to learn, so understanding the DO’s & DON’Ts of discussion boards will help you avoid unprofessional pitfalls that can hinder the learning process of the entire class, and most importantly, you.