How Do I Use Webboard Effectively?
 

Introduction

Webboard can be a powerful tool in the English classroom.  An interactive forum, it provides a place where students can express themselves and respond not only to the instructor, but also to fellow students.  When used effectively, Webboard allows for a free exchange of ideas on a limitless range of topics: peer editing, analysis, creative writing, and more.  However, Webboard is a complex program, and without proper instructions, it can seem inefficient and confusing.  The purpose of this guide is to provide basic instructions for how to use Webboard.
Structure of this Guide This guide contains three sections, each with several lessons.  Click on the lesson you want to read, or start from the beginning, and go through them all.  The parts of this guide are:
  • Part 1: Webboard Basics
    • Lesson 1: How do I log in to Webboard?
    • Lesson 2: How do I create a conference?
    • Lesson 3: How do I post/reply to a message?
    • Lesson 4: How do I create bold, italic, or underlined text in my posts?
    • Lesson 5: How do I add hyperlinks in my posts?
    • Lesson 6: How do I view current or past users?
    • Lesson 7: How do I edit my user profile?
  • Part 2:  Intermediate Webboard
    • Lesson 1: How do I edit or delete a message?
    • Lesson 2: How do I move a message?
    • Lesson 3: How do I view or retrieve an old message?
    • Lesson 4: How do I delete a conference?
    • Lesson 5: How do I edit conference settings?
    • Lesson 6: How do I change the order in which the conferences appear?
    • Lesson 7: How do I use the Chat function?
    • Lesson 8: How do I use the Page function?
  • Part 3: Advanced Webboard
    • Lesson 1: How do I insert images in my posts?
    • Lesson 2: How do I change the appearence of my board?
    • Lesson 3: How do I create a mailing list and send bulk e-mails?
    • Lesson 4: How do I send a broadcast message?
    • Lesson 5: How do I find a student's forgotten password?
    • Lesson 6: How do I list users for a private conference?
    • Lesson 7: How do I list moderators for a moderated or read-only conference?

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