Instructors, course builders and T.A.s can configure the class site and add content via the Web with no HTML experience required. Threading of conferences is very basic. Text only in messages. No HTML or rich text. No spell checker.
Instructors can define discussion topics and moderate discussions.
Supports both synchronous and asynchronous communications. Support for private and public conferences and subconferences. Easy for instructors and others to manage their own conferences. Variable support for rich-text messaging and links. Intuitive file attachment facility.