There are several ways to interact with your instructor & classmates. Within Canvas, there are weekly discussion questions that allow students to answer questions on each topic then respond to other students. Also, there are other types of technologies that are used to create a dynamic learning environment:

Blackboard Collaborate: for online conferencing

Bb Collaborate is a web conferencing tool that allows instructors & students to communicate in live time, and share Powerpoint presentations, websites, and an interactive whiteboard. Available both through your web browser and dedicated mobile apps.

VoiceThread: for audio & video discussions

VoiceThread is an exciting way to communicate with your instructor and classmates, using a combination of video, audio, and text to interact with each other's comments. Available both through your web browser and dedicated mobile apps.

VoiceThread for iOS
VoiceThread for Android

Apps for Mobile Devices

You can participate in your online courses not only with a web browser, but also with applications designed for your mobile device. Instructure--the people who make Canvas--offer these apps to help you stay up-to-date with your courses no matter where you are.

Canvas for iOS
Canvas for Android

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