Here are some suggestions that I think we should adhere to when writing and commenting on blogs for this lovely class:
1. Be respectful towards the writer. Comment on the content that the author is writing and do not attack the actual person.
2. Do not write something that you wouldn’t say to the authors face. I think part of the thrill of writing blogs is that you aren’t standing in front of them, so some people write things that they would never say to the author in person.
3. Think before you write a blog. Use common sense. These blogs are for a college course, so they should contain pertinent information to the class and they should be professional.
4. Don’t post information that you’re not comfortable sharing with the entire world, including your grandma.
5. Remember the audience that you’re writing to in your blog.
6. Provide accurate and succinct information.
Obviously, these guidelines are self-explanatory and we are all adults, so I’m sure this is going to be a positive and exciting new adventure for all of us. I chose these specific regulations because I think a vital aspect of writing blogs is creating a safe environment and a professional one in this setting. These blogs are not meant to be personal, but for educational purposes. Let the blogging commence!
Karla, I agree with all of your choices for regulations. I think one of the most important things to remember is not sharing information that you don't want the rest of the world to see/know. I think in general that sums up everything that you said. However, one way to avoid this is to make your blog a private blog, which you can do under your settings section. I have left it open for now for convenience for our class, but know that it is an option as well :)
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