Rubrics or an assessment tool is designed to evaluate student participation in an on-line environment. As we all know, rubrics pros, what are the cons when using rubrics? How can these rubrics be more student friendly?

Students come from different backgrounds and specific needs are on a case-per-case basis. Investigating what works with each student will encourage effective communication needs are being met. What is another way to encourage effective communication?

Everyone wants to be heard. Providing feedback on posts encourages participation in discussion forums and lets the students know their instructor cares about what they post. What are other ways to encourage participation in discussion forums?

Facebook is a great social media tool that can be used to communicate with fellow students regarding questions or networking purposes. It is believed there are more pros than cons. What are the pros and cons?