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 * Paper** **submission #013**

Using Platform Structure to Organize and Stimulate Effective Discussions Boards
 * Title**

Anthony L. Iaquinto, Kaplan University, Carrollton, GA, USA, aiaquinto@kaplan.edu
 * Presenter(s)**

In this paper, the author examines the link between six components of platform structure and the effectiveness of discussion boards, arguing that intelligent and creative use of these components can lead to more engaging and enlightening discussion threads, which in turn make for more effective discussion boards. Opportunities for further research are also discussed.
 * Abstract**

Paper accepted for proceedings
 * Notes & Comments**