Group Discussions
Description
Allows a group of people to participate in a discussion group using email messages. Users reply to the group email and the message is sent to the entire group. Similar to listservs.
Uses and Potential Benefits
Group discussions are an easy way for individuals to communicate with a large group on an ongoing basis. This can be through a web interface or regular emails. Useful for collaboration and team or group communication. Example: a foundation might set up a group discussion for its grantees and external experts to discuss topics relevant to their work.
Examples of the Tool (Not exhaustive or vetted)
groups.yahoo.com
groups.google.com
www.yackpack.com
lists.topica.com
www.quicktopic.com
Tangler
References/Articles/Examples from Nonprofits and Foundations
www.socialedge.org/
A Network of Networks: Email Lists, Nature Protection, and Pollution Control
Discussion Forums 2.0: Real-Time Chat Meets Discussion Board - Tangler Opens The Conversation Network
Real Time or Time Independent?
Time Independent (Yet, can structure so that discussions take place over a set period of time.)
Can Start Small and Expand?
Yes
Time/Cost to Implement?
Low
Time/Cost to Maintain
High
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