Suzanne,
I have responded to all initial responses but when students respond to each other I tend to let those conversations develop a bit before stepping in. Are there any particular ones I should have responded to and didn't? I'm trying to visit the class as often as possible and have been going in during the school day when my students are working in class. However, I get interrupted and need to attend to the class I am teaching so I am juggling two jobs at once. But, I just finished the class and feel fairly good that I have responded to everyone's initial post. With only three weeks left in school I am teaching a final unit on the Renaissance while trying to attend to the first week of summer online classes. I will get better as we move through the class and I get done for the summer!

I am really enjoying the class and am excited by the multiple posts and lengthy responses! We have many students with an abundance of experience that will stimulate discussions and enhance the process - that is good! Their annotated citations are good choices and others may want to view them as well - this is a great medium for this kind of work - I may look at some of their books choices as well!

Well, I am off on the senior class trip! I will return late Monday and have sent emails to all my students. Talk to you soon! Have a good weekend and feel better!!