There are a variety of communication tools and options in bCourses, and they are available in different locations throughout a course site for your convenience. This article provides a summary of each tool to help you choose which one use, when they are best used, and where you can find them. |
AnnouncementsKey features:
Use “Announcements” for:
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bCourses Mailing ListKey features:
Where to find it:
Use “bCourses Mailing List” for:
More information:
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ChatKey features:
Where to find it:
Use “Chat” for:
More information:
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BigBlueButton (Formerly Conferences)Key features:
Where to find it:
Use “Conferences” for:
More information:
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Conversations/Inbox
Key features:
Where to find it:
Use “Inbox/Conversations” for:
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DiscussionsKey features:
Where to find it:
Use “Discussions” for:
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“Message Students Who..”
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Where to find it:
Use “Message Students Who..” for:
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These are the tools that help students and instructors communicate from within bCourses. Do you have more specific, detailed questions? First, please search the Canvas Instructor Guide, or our bCourses Knowledge Base. If you find that you are not able to find the help article that you need, submit a Help Request form or sign up for a one-on-one meeting on our Consultation Calendar. For more on Getting Started with bCourses, see these articles: |