We will be quadblogging with three new classes this year! Please keep rules for comments in mind as we begin our quadblogging project. I know we will have a wonderful time!
When responding to someone’s blog post, keep these etiquette tips in mind to be an effective responder:
- Be respectful, kind and honest.
- Read before participating.
- Make sure your comment adds value to the discussion. Avoid comments that only agree or disagree with a previous post. Be sure you include supporting details in your comment. Also, make sure you comment stays on the current topic.
- Communicate clearly. Before submitting your comment check it for typos and grammar mistakes. Do not use slang, abbreviations or TXT SPK unless it is a site where everybody (including your teacher!) will understand it and it is relevant to the topic.
- Never use ALL CAPS. It is the same as shouting at somebody and is considered aggressive.
- Use smileys, emoticons and formatting when appropriate. These help explain the tone of your message. It is very easy to be misunderstood if you do not use them, especially if you are joking!
- Don’t be afraid to admit mistakes. If you make a mistake that somebody later corrects, be sure to write a comment saying so.
- Problems with other users. If you have a problem with another user, contact your teacher immediately.
- Remember the Golden Rule. It is very easy to misinterpret what you read in the comments because you cannot hear that person’s tone of voice and you cannot see their body language. (If you’re not sure of what was meant, just ask the person to clarify!) This is why it is very important to communicate clearly! Keep in mind the Golden Rule: It’s not just what you say, but how you say it!