Many classrooms utilize discussion boards to aid the teaching and learning process. This research paper examines the use of the discussion board academically and on a social scale. It is a case study analysing the incorporationof two Viber discussion boardsamongsttwo professional development courses designed for pre-service and in-service teachers of Libyan schools. The aim is to use the discussionboard as a means of exchanging ideas, requesting explanations, and inquiring information from trainees and their instructors. The data collected is analyzed qualitatively using content analysis, then coded into three initial coding schemes. A questionnaire was also distributed amongst the members of the discussion boards. The findings bring to light that utilizing discussion boards as a method of collaboration enhances the communication process amongst the participants and strengthens the educational process. It furthermore displayed the crucial role an instructor plays in a discussion board.
Tasneem enbaya, Nadia Nuseir(1-2021)

Canvas is a software platform that belongs to the Learning Management System (LMS) and used to enable instructors, administrators and students to manage knowledge, share information and collaborate by implementing an appropriate pedagogical approach. Integrating online Learning LMS tools in the Libyan higher education institutions has been one of the concerns in past years, especially during the recent Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID- 19 pandemic). Some studies were held in Libya recently to investigate the new means and strategies implemented by schools and higher education institutions of online education and e-learning resources. This study utilized qualitative methods to investigate the perceptions of Libyan instructors regarding integrating Canvas LMS in the higher education institutions, based on their own online learning experience from a professional development course on Canvas, to which they are all enrolled. Online questionnaire utilizing Google form Application was conducted with 82 Libyan instructors who responded for the study. The collected data was analyzed and the results of the study showed that ease of use and usefulness contribute to the instructors' intention and attitudes toward the use of Canvas LMS. The findings can be used by educational institutions to understand instructors’ perceptions regarding Canvas LMS, and ultimately improve e-learning and instructional practices. The study recommended that the higher education institutions should use Canvas LMS being easy, and useful for both students and teachers.
Ahmed Maher, Nadia Nuseir(5-2021)

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