Hi, Class!
As you most likely already know, an important part of the blogging experience is the commenting part. While it is a requirement that every week you post comments on at least 6 different blogs, my sincere hope is that you come to view this less like a "homework assignment" and more like a real chance to interact with your classmates, and yes, me, in a different and hopefully fun way. It's my hope that we all learn a lot more about and from each other.
That said, I figured it would be a good idea to give you some guidelines/tips on how to be a good, make that, great, poster. I found these tips on a blog I happen to follow and am reposting a slightly modified version for you.
As you most likely already know, an important part of the blogging experience is the commenting part. While it is a requirement that every week you post comments on at least 6 different blogs, my sincere hope is that you come to view this less like a "homework assignment" and more like a real chance to interact with your classmates, and yes, me, in a different and hopefully fun way. It's my hope that we all learn a lot more about and from each other.
That said, I figured it would be a good idea to give you some guidelines/tips on how to be a good, make that, great, poster. I found these tips on a blog I happen to follow and am reposting a slightly modified version for you.
How to Comment on a Blog Post
1. Write your comment like a letter by including a greeting, content and a closing.
2. Always use correct spelling, punctuation, grammar and spacing.
3. Compliment the writer in a specific way, ask a question or add new information.
4. Write a relevant comment that is related to the post.
5. Do not just leave a comment like, “Cool post” or “I like ur blog”. These comments are not conversation catalysts.
6. If you have a differing opinion than those of the poster, be positive in your delivery of your comment. You can say things like, “I appreciate your post, and you made some good points, but I think….” or “I enjoyed reading your post about school uniforms. I can see why many parents and students would like uniforms, but I like to express myself through my clothing….”
7. Always read over the comment and edit before submitting. If you make a mistake, correct it as soon as possible. You also reserve the right to edit or even delete your posts and try again. If you think your post has been misinterpreted, post a clarification and attempt to explain your comments more clearly but always remember to be respectful and demonstrate decorum.
Your words represent you....
Happy commenting!!! ☺
Source:
Palevich, Megan, and Kathleen McGeady. "Fostering Thinking, Creativity, and Digital Citizenship Through Blogging." Web log post. Middle School 101. Edublogs.org, 17 Oct. 2010. Web. 19 May 2011. <http://middleschool101.edublogs.org/2010/10/17/fostering-thinking-creativity-and-digital-citizenship-through-blogging/>.
11 comments:
great! now I'm familiar with the proper commenting etiquette :)
Interesting. So this is a social exercise? Well I am more of the antisocially social type :D
So Brendan, that's a shocker! I hadn't pegged you for the loner, anti-social type... Lol
Wow - I was really not aware that it was necessary to write with proper grammar and everything on blog comments. I kind of expected it to be more slang type writing. :D
Maggie, I think because we all know each other, we can be informal in our posting and use slang, smiley faces, etc. Now, if suddenly tons of random people we didn't know joined our blog, then we would have to be more formal so as to avoid any miscommunication. They wouldn't have the benefit of being with us in class so they might not quite get our brand of humor. Good thing our blog is not that popular! :D
I never knew there was a proper outline when it came to blog commenting. You learn something new every day:)
What's up classmates and Ms. Deu! This comment represents my understanding of what it is to comment on this blog :D
Hi guys! This formal comment making language was a bit of a surprise to me. See you in class tomorrow. :)
hello! I know how to comment in a proper way now, good. Buy : )
Nice! Now we know the proper rules of commenting on blogs! (:
Thanks Mrs. Deu, now I know that I'll be able to comment properly on every blog. I wasn't aware there were such explicit commenting standards, this was really helpful! (:
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