BOOK: AOD Foundations

2. Learning Objectives

After reading this book, you should be able to:

1. EXPLAIN how asynchronous online discussions (AOD) can expand learning opportunities
2. LIST and then APPLY the steps to creating an engaging AOD
3. WRITE an engaging AOD prompt aligned with your objectives
   
4. SELECT the platform and format most conducive for an online discussion's goals
   
5. LIST strategies that promote high quality online discussions and ANALYZE which strategies would work best in your own online discussions
6. DESCRIBE how instructor presence can affect discussion quality and MAKE A PLAN to facilitate and promote active and engaging online discussions.
7. KNOW resources that can be consulted for inspirations and ideas in designing your own AOD.