There are so many social networks on the web now: Facebook, fanfiction, tumbler, YouTube... The list goes on. And on each of these networks, you can make groups and communities. What fuels these groups is of course posting and sharing, but it is also commenting. You can start a friendly debate or a conversation by commenting and it makes one feel involved. It is an important aspect of networking.
I am personally a member of the fanfiction.net network where people share their own twist on well known popular franchise such as Harry Potter or those goofy, but good, Twilight books. I write mine for a video game I play and something that stuck out to me on one of the articles i read was "Write a meaning comment." I love getting feedback, but what I love even more is when someone gives their own insight to my developing characters. Not that reading short comments of encouragement or like are not appreciated, I love those as well. Any feedback is good, negative or positive. The worst feedback is no feedback, so writing a meaningful comment is important.
Another important thing is not to be afraid to comment. There has been many times where people will favorite my fanfiction story or add me to their alerts, but I never see a comment from them. Its flattering to know they like my story, but comments would be even better. That is why when I read something I like I let the author know because I expect the same. Kinda like the 'golden rule', but reworked for writers:)
I chose to comment Blair Offutt's blog because of the idea stated on the 3rd thing. It never occurred to me that you could communicate with other educators around the world, and gain information. Pretty dumb on my part, cause that is a big thing!
Second, I chose Hannah Singler's blog because of the idea of using a blog as a reflection tool. If you really wanted, you could use a blog as a dairy of a sorts, not very personal, but you could!
Third, I chose to comment Ernyce Smith's blog because her honestly last post caught my attention: "Thing # 2. Now you want me to click where?!?!?!?!!?" I thought that was funny, and made me want to read it. Having a catchy title is another important thing!
Fourthly, (funny word), I chose to comment Hannah Shearer's blog simply because I liked her images. Honestly:)
Fifthly, I chose Bola Oyebade's blog because she mentioned using a tool online, Mosaic Maker for an art class. First blog I've seen to do that.
Sixthly, (also a funny word), I chose Emily Henson's blog because of her organization skills. Her blog looked very neat and clean, easy to follow, which is always important!
Lastly, I chose a blog that I already commented on in the past. It was for my 3D class and I really enjoyed having the blog and I wanted to share it!!! Even though the class is over:( Here's the link: http://cubeddesign.blogspot.com/
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