Welcome to Mrs. Goins' Alpha student writing blog, Digital Diaries. Our students will be demonstrating their use of technology and writing by posting their work on line. Just like any other author, our students are motivated to write more by reading comments on their writing. We are hardwired for connection with others and acceptance, so what better way to obtain that then through writing and sharing!
We would like for you to stop by frequently and leave comments on our writing. Each time you compliment a child, it motivates that child to write even more. Be sure to subscribe with your email address to this blog so that you will receive an email each time we post!
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The Art and Aspirations of a Commenter
I believe in the power of a free exchange of ideas. I also recognize that words or access to
some information can be of harm to others, intentionally or unintentionally. As a
commenter, I therefore aspire to participate responsibly in the great online conversation
by:
* treating all bloggers with respect.
* seeking first to understand what is being said.
* celebrating another's accomplishments.
* using school appropriate language.
* rephrasing ideas in the blog that made me think, made me feel, or helped me learn
to let the blogger know his/her voice has been heard.
* commenting specifically and positively, without criticism. If I disagree, I will
comment appropriately, politely stating my perspective.
* being mindful always that I may be a role model to my audience, especially if they
are younger than I.
* making no reference to, link to, and/or giving access to any information that may
be inappropriate for a school setting.
* asking at least one question in my comment with the hopes of continuing a
conversation and deepening thinking.
* using a triple check before submitting any comment: Would I be happy to have my
mother read this comment? My grandmother? My favorite teacher?