Number 12

Read the Discussion Overview

Number 11

No one wants to read a post entitled Discussion 1.

Number 10

Presumably, we’ve all seen the film, so you don’t need to tell us what happened. Use plot summary only when it is necessary to make a point.

This happened

Then this happened

Number 9

Don’t be afraid to take a stand, controversy makes for good discussion.

Number 8

Be sure to back up your opinionswith analysis and one or more of the 3 E’s: examples, evidence, experts.

Number 7

Take Notes while watching the film and doing the assigned readings. It’s frustrating to forget a key point you wanted to make when it comes time to pos.

Number 6

Avoid making all your posts in one sitting or they may become boring.

Number 5

Post early!

Number 4

Check the Discussion Board Daily.And read your classmates’ posts. You’ll learn a lot and discover something you want to respond to.

Number 3

Advance the discussion!Merely saying you agree or disagree doesn’t earn you points. Instead, develop their point further, take it in another direction, or argue against it.

Number 2

Number 1

Devote the time and effort…necessary for the most heavily weighted portion of your final grade!