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Acceptable length for a discussion forum
Feb 1 2009, 5:03 PM EST | Post edited: Feb 1 2009, 5:03 PM EST
My students have commented that there is a limit to the length of one's post in the discussion forum, which results in them cutting their original post into two. They would like to retain the single post in its entirety. Aside from asking them to edit their work, is there a way to extend the word/letter limit on discussion forum posts? Do you find this valuable?    
Baby_Apple
Baby_Apple
1. RE: Acceptable length for a discussion forum
Feb 1 2009, 7:49 PM EST | Post edited: Feb 1 2009, 7:49 PM EST
There is currently no way to extend the limit, but I will pass on your suggestion to the development team. I understand that this feature could be especially useful when students are trying to post reports, assignments, notes, etc. via the discussion forum.
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Jason_wetpaint
2. RE: Acceptable length for a discussion forum
Feb 2 2009, 2:22 AM EST | Post edited: Feb 2 2009, 2:22 AM EST
Extending the maximum length is a possibility. With the understanding that it can't be unlimited, what length would you prefer? Do you find this valuable?    
GameLand_360
GameLand_360
3. RE: Acceptable length for a discussion forum
Feb 2 2009, 4:51 AM EST | Post edited: Feb 2 2009, 4:51 AM EST
"My students have commented that there is a limit to the length of one's post in the discussion forum, which results in them cutting their original post into two. They would like to retain the single post in its entirety. Aside from asking them to edit their work, is there a way to extend the word/letter limit on discussion forum posts? "
You may want to think that you can message anyone privately with no limit that I know of. But there should be more space for certain needs.

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