Powercast: Schoology Learning - Discussion Boards for Engagement

In this episode of Powercast: Schoology Learning, hosts Ericka Waterman and Kellie Ady revisit a classic tool that often gets overlooked: discussion boards. Once a staple of online learning, discussion boards are just as powerful in today’s classrooms — both virtual and face-to-face — for boosting engagement, equity, and student voice.They’ll explore:-Why discussion boards are still relevant post-COVID-Creative ways to use them in math, language arts, art, and even field trips-How they help amplify every student’s voice (not just the ones with hands raised)-Building digital literacy and communication skills students need beyond school-Using PowerBuddy to generate engaging prompts and make setup easier-Unique ideas like shared discussions across sections, gallery walks, and project-based collaborationCheck out the User Toolbox for quick tips, videos, and more to level up your LMS game. https://www.powerschool.com/schoology-user-toolbox/