how to make a forum on blackboard

by Dr. Sheila Daniel 3 min read

  • Create a forum. Select the discussion board where you want to create a forum, and the Create Forum option appears. Forum settings allow you to use discussions in different ways.
  • Watch a video about creating forums. Video: Create discussion board forums explains how to create forums. Blackboard Inc.
  • View a forum. When you open a forum, a list of threads appears. When possible, use the breadcrumbs to navigate to a previous page.

How do I create a discussion board forum in Blackboard?
  1. Make sure Edit Mode is ON.
  2. Click on the Discussions link on the Course Menu.
  3. Click on the Create Forum button.
  4. Enter a Name and Description of the forum.
  5. Select forum availability.
  6. Select appropriate forum settings:
  7. Click Submit.
Aug 25, 2011

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How do I create a discussion board in Blackboard?

Create Forums Create a forum. Select the discussion board where you want to create a forum, and the Create Forum option appears. Forum... Watch a video about creating forums. Video: Create discussion board forums explains how to create forums. Blackboard Inc. View a forum. When you open a forum, a ...

What is a forum and how does it work?

May 17, 2019 · On the main Discussion Board page, on the Action Bar, click Create Forum. On the Create Forum page, type a Name. Users click this name to access the forum. Optionally, type instructions or a description in the Description text box. Under Forum Availability, select the Yes option. Select Forum Settings. Click Submit. 3. Create Forums | Blackboard Help

Can I have a discussion board that is not in course content?

Oct 24, 2019 · To have the discussion in your course content: 1. Locate the item, module, or folder where you would like to place the Discussion in. Hover your cursor to the center... 2. Click Create 3. Under Participation and Engagement, click Discussion 4. You can rename the thread, provide the prompt for the ...

How do I create a discussion?

Feb 05, 2022 · QUICK STEPS: creating forums. On the main Discussion Board page, on the Action Bar, click Create Forum. On the Create Forum page, type a Name. Optionally, type instructions or a description in the Description text box. Under Forum Availability, select the Yes option. Select Forum Settings. Click Submit. 4. Discussion Boards | Blackboard Help

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What is a forum in a discussion board?

A forum is an area of the discussion board where participants discuss a topic or a group of related topics. Within each forum, users can create multiple threads. When your instructor creates a forum, they may or may not let you start threads.

What is a list view?

List View presents the threads in a table format. Different functions may appear. For example, if email subscription is enabled for the forum, a Subscribe function appears. Threads that contain any unread posts appear in bold type.

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