How to Set Up a Discussion

Below are instructions for creating a basic discussion. For more detailed information about discussions visit the CDLI Help Center Links to an external site..

If you are using Modules (and we encourage you to do so) the easiest way to set up a new discussion is to go to the module where you want your assignment to appear. (Don't worry if you are not sure where you want the discussion; you can drag the discussion around and even to other modules after you have created it.)

Step 1

Click in the plus sign in the Module row.

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Step 2

This will open up the Item window. Choose Discussion from the drop down menu. 

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Step 3

Choose [New Topic] from the list. Give your discussion a Topic Name and click Save.

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Step 4

Now your discussion will appear in the module. Click on the discussion name to open.

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Step 5

Click on Edit to add your discussion question and other details.

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Step 6

(1) Add instructions using the Rich Text Editor. (2) Allowing threaded replies is always a good idea. (3) Remember to save your discussion edits.

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