Curiously, metaphors inundate us whether we know it or not. Listen to any sports newscaster. Read a headline. You’ll find yourself in the realm of metaphor. This presentation will explain how to teach, completely online, a full semester course on a subject as seemingly elusive as metaphor. Indeed, the presentation will prove that the technology can enhance the learning experience. Using a synchronous online meeting tool integrated in UVaCollab, I bolster student confidence and help them build community around the subject of metaphor.