Discussions are an integral part of fostering communication and collaboration in your course. They allow students to share ideas, respond to peers, and deepen their understanding of course material. The Discussions feature in Canvas offers a variety of settings to customize the experience for both students and teachers.
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Creating Discussions
Creating Discussions
You can create a discussion directly from the Modules page or the Discussions page in Canvas. Discussions can be used for open-ended conversations, group projects, or reflective activities.
Changing Discussion Settings
Changing Discussion Settings
Canvas allows you to adjust settings to fit the needs of your course, such as enabling threaded replies, allowing liking, and controlling when students can post. These options provide flexibility to ensure a productive and respectful discussion environment.
Using the Media Recorder in Discussion Replies
Using the Media Recorder in Discussion Replies
The media recorder in Canvas discussions enables students and teachers to upload video or audio responses, creating a more dynamic and engaging experience. It’s perfect for introductions, language practice, or any activity that benefits from multimedia communication.
Student Tutorial on Discussions
Student Tutorial on Discussions
In this video, students will learn how to view, reply to, and edit discussion posts.
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