The most basic way for students and instructors to communicate one on one. Most everyone on the Internet is familiar with electronic email. Public Folders A directory on the server where messages of any type can be posted for viewing.
Students can post completed homework assignments or their own announcements.
Remember, public folders are public. Everyone can view the posted information. Moderated Chat Regularly scheduled live discussion, moderated by the instructor. Students and faculty use an IRC client, also known as a chat client to participate in the discussions. Usually these discussions are given once a week.