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Constructive Commenting with Social Media

Digital Citizenship is a vital topic to discuss with students. Watch the short video, "RE: Cry of the Dolphins" and think about the importance of WORDS.

Please consider these guidelines when composing and sharing comments on social media websites, including student blogs.
  1. Words are Powerful: Do not underestimate the power of your words to build up or tear down. Use your power responsibly and thoughtfully.
  2. Comments are Rare: There are far more "lurkers" online than active social media commenters, especially on blogs. Remember "your voice" may be one of the few a writer / author / publisher hears and listens to.
  3. Sandwich Constructive Criticism: If you are going to offer a critique or criticism of someone else's ideas or work, try to "sandwich" your critique with some positive feedback as well.
  4. Be honest, authentic and real: Do not make stuff up when you write comments. Genuine feedback is valuable, artificial/fake information or comments are worthless for everyone.

Help us make these guidelines better!

Do you have a suggestion for something which should be included, changed, or omitted from this list? If so, please complete our "Input for Constructive Commenting on Student Blog Posts / Social Media" Google Form. We are also looking for examples of how commenting on blogs and other social media spaces can be a positive or negative experience for students. If you have a student blog you'd like more constructive comments on, please share that link too on our form!

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