The conferencing software that we are using is WebBoard. WebBoard allows you to post questions to classmates and faculty. All members of the class and the faculty will be able to view the questions and responses, which is the advantage of using conferencing software rather than email. The faculty and teaching assistant will be checking WebBoard frequently to assure that you receive timely answers to your questions, comments, etc. WebBoard gives you a method for interacting with your classmates as well.
Any student can post a question, comment or note to the board.