Participating in a Discussion

In this guide, we'll cover how to start a Discussion thread and reply to your classmates' thread on Brightspace.

Locate the Discussion

Before posting, locate the discussion activity within your current module (Content tab > module > discussion activity). Take a moment to read the prompt and requirements thoroughly so your response meets all expectations.

Note: To see all discussion activities in your course, click Discussion in the top navbar.

 

Create your post (start a thread)

  • Add a clear Subject line
  • Write your response in the editor
  • If needed, select Add attachments to upload a file (Word, PDF, image, etc.)
  • Select Post to add your response to class discussion

 

 

Reply to classmates

  • Open a classmate’s thread, then click Reply to Thread
  • Write a response in the editor that connects to what they said
  • Select Post

Click Subscribe to receive notifications whenever someone posts in this thread.