Board rooms are spaces which hosts high-level decision-making sessions, and they can be held on-site or remotely. These meetings usually focus on high-level issues such as strategy or financial planning as well as policy formulation. Additionally, they can also be a source of decisions regarding major investments and the overall governance of a business. Robert’s Rules of Order and similar procedures for parliamentary meetings are typically followed.
While some boardrooms are designed to have an elegant and sophisticated ambiance, other spaces are more basic. These rooms, irrespective of their style, are usually large enough for all participants to comfortably sit and are located in a space that provides privacy. They are outfitted with the most modern technology, which includes Bloomberg terminals and a large table that can be used by the entire group.
Discussion boards can be an effective instrument to help students gain knowledge about their classmates and their course. They are particularly helpful in synchronous classes, where verbal or non-verbal clues may be lacking. They can give instructors valuable information regarding understanding and misperceptions and can use to guide in-class discussions.
Many faculty are concerned that if they begin to offer their courses online, they will be unable to maintain the informal sharing and social interaction that often pops up in the hours prior to and after class. There are ways to promote this type of interaction without disrupting academic processes. One approach is to set up an entire discussion space for these kinds of discussions. Instructors can start this discussion area by asking for icebreakers, and then encouraging students to participate.