Board rooms are spaces that hosts high-level decisions-making meetings, and they can be held both on site or remotely. The meetings are usually centered around high-level issues like strategy, financial planning and policy formulation. In addition, they may also be a source of decisions regarding major investments and the overall governance of a company. Robert’s Rules of Order and similar parliamentary procedures are usually adhered to.
While some boardrooms are designed to provide a stylish and sophisticated ambiance, other spaces are more basic. These rooms, regardless of design, are typically large enough for all participants to sit comfortably and are located in an area that promotes privacy. Moreover, they usually have a table big enough for the entire group, and are equipped with the essential equipment such as modern Bloomberg terminals.
Discussion boards can be a powerful instrument to help students gain knowledge about their fellow students and the course. They are especially helpful for classes that are synchronous, in which information from non-verbal or spoken words may be lacking. They can give instructors valuable information about students’ understanding as well as their misconceptions. This can be used to help guide discussions.
Many professors are concerned that when they make their courses online, they’ll be unable to maintain the informal sharing and social interaction that sometimes bubbles up in the hours prior to and after class. There are ways to promote this interaction without disrupting the academic processes. One approach is to set up a separate discussion area for these kinds of activities. Instructors can begin this section by asking for icebreakers, and then encouraging students to respond.