Desire2Learn presents the following options for student participation:
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Discussions | Discussions assigned for a specific topic can be reviewed by the instructor. |
| Quizzes | Quizzes can help evaluate student performance in the course. |
| Dropbox | This option allows students to submit assignments electronically. Likewise, the instructor can retrieve the electronically-submitted student files and provide electronic feedback. |
| Groups | This option allows the instructor to assign students into groups so they can share files and carry on asynchronous and synchronous communications. |