1. Luminis/myESU Community Group Testing/Setup
Weekly Plan - September 21st
1. Decide on two groups to demo/test
a. PTL = Provost Leadership Counsel
b. Student Group = need to figure out which one
i. Greek Group
ii. Student Specific Group
2. Decide what functionalities are needed for each
Community setup
a. Blogs
b. Document Drops
c. Agenda Postings
d. Social Networks
e. Calendar
f. Discussions Boards
g. Email ???
h. Photos/Videos
i. Wiki
3. Research
a. Other Communities
b. Blog Structure (become a member)
c. Student Group to Use
d. Home Page Setup/Layout
4. Develop Strategic Plan
a. Objectives
b. Goals
c. Milestones
d. Timeline
e. Outcomes
2.
3. Luminis/myESU Community Group Testing/Setup
Weekly Plan - Oct. 5th
1. Decide on two groups to demo/test
a. PTL = Provost Leadership Counsel
Meet with Geryl (Millie)
Schedule meeting with Lucy (Tami)
b. Student Group = need to figure out which one
i. Greek Group
ii. Student Specific Group
2. Decide what functionalities are needed for each
Community setup
a. Blogs
b. Document Drops
c. Agenda Postings
d. Social Networks
e. Calendar
f. Discussions Boards
g. Email ???
h. Photos/Videos
i. Wiki
3. Research
a. Other Communities
b. Blog Structure (become a member)
c. Student Group to Use
d. Home Page Setup/Layout
th
a. Objectives
b. Goals
c. Milestones
d. Timeline
e. Outcomes
Green Complete
Yellow Decisions
Salmon To Do
Pink On Hold
21-Sep-11
Baruch Social Media
Blogs@Baruch was launched in September 2008 on WordPress MU and has become central to multiple projects at B
http://www.bethknittle.net/WP_Blog/
http://weblogg-ed.com/
http://schoolof.info/infomancy/
http://www.techsavvyed.net/
4. http://www.techlearning.com/blogs
This article shared its’ insight on the beneficial factors of writing information on paper oppose to typing it on the computer.
http://www.techlearning.com/blogs
I entered a comment on the following blog.
*http://blsciblogs.baruch.cuny.edu/teachingblog/2009/12/02/more-on-mobile-devices-in-the-classroom/comment-page-1/#c
29-Sep-11
Groups to Demo
• Provost Leadership Counsel- Administrative
Geryl Kinsel
Associate Director/Record & Registration
Enrollment Services
570-422-2811
gkinsel@po-box.esu.edu
• Latin American Association
The Latin American Association is a student-based organization designed to expand knowledge and understanding o
Fernando Perez
Associate Professor/Director
Student Support Services
570-422-3433
fperez@po-box.esu.edu
A drop box is a good idea because you can have all of your files available everywhere you go. This allows you to share your file
Functionalities
Provost Leadership Counsel
• Document Drops
• Social Networks
• Calendar
• Photos/Videos
Latin American Association
• Calendar
• Photos/Videos
•
Discussion Board
• Social Networks
5. Navigation is one of the most important design aspects
of any web site. In order for the website to be successful the user
must be able to easily navigate the pages.
Web site Layout:
I. Determine the homepage’s objective
II. List every element that directly contributes to the objective
III. List Every Element that doesn’t directly contribute to the objective.
IV. Arrange the critical elements
1. Natural Reading patterns:
Unless you’re in quite a foreign country, people read from left to right and top to bottom. More specifically, they sc
2. Typography
Typography is not choosing a font. Typography is presenting written information in the most readable, useful way. W
3. Colors
The use of color can dramatically change the priority of elements. On a black-and-white page, a large headline will s
4. Images
Like colors, images are very attracting. The best picture of the series should be positioned high on the page. Supple
5. Negative space
The elements on it are courses. Too much space between them and your reader’s will get distracted. But too close t
V. Arrange the non-critical elements
VI. Now you can start adding in the additional elements you know need to be included.
Bog Structure
1. RSS/E-mail Subscribe
Give users the option of subscribing to your blog by RSS or E-mail. Make obvious in the sidebar, header, each individ
2. Make your blog stand out by creating a custom designed header.
Thing to Include:
• Logo
• Navigation (Categories)
• RSS/Twitter Stats
• Subscribe Options
• Search functionality
• Social Profile Icons
• Banner Space (optional)
3. Clear Navigation
If the main navigation is unclear, the reader will not be able to find other topics that they might be interest in. U
4. Comments
6. Make it easy for users to provide their own comments on a post. Give the user multiple ways to comment as a g
5. Social sharing Icons
Using social media icons through the homepage, individual posts, and RSs feed, allows readers to easily share c
6. Standard Graphic Sizes
Keep your images consistent and make your post more engaging. For images that have a white background, try
7. Sponsored Sidebar
Blogs normally have 4-8 ad spaces in the sidebar, because it’s important real estate.
8. Custom Footer
Although, your footer is at the bottom of your blog, it is still important to keep users engaged in your content.
Other things to include:
• Recent Post
• Popular Posts
• Category Links
• Links to Offers, Promos, Premium content
• Banner Ads
• RSS and Share Icons
• Contact Info
• Write to Us link
7. ntral to multiple projects at Baruch College. Intended initially as a platform to support student writing in courses, the system ha
8. o typing it on the computer.
classroom/comment-page-1/#comment-37139
wledge and understanding of the Hispanic culture among club members and the University. This organization works to enhanc
his allows you to share your files easily.
9. m. More specifically, they scan in an F-shaped pattern, taking in the headline, then the stuff along the left of the page, then the
most readable, useful way. Web design is 95% typography. Choosing the best measure, leading, color, font-sizes, body, and he
page, a large headline will stand out the most against normal text. But if you then highlight some of that text in red, that’s wh
ned high on the page. Supplementary images shouldn’t be so large or colorful that they will distract the reader from the objecti
et distracted. But too close together, can be overwhelming. You want your whitespace to emphasize the elements on the page
need to be included. The same principles apply as are listed above. You don’t want to clutter the layout at this stage, and neithe
sidebar, header, each individual post, footer, and static pages.
t they might be interest in. Use a navigation that guides the user to the point.
10. tiple ways to comment as a guest, sign-in, or login to one of their social media accounts.
ws readers to easily share content with friends and social community members.
ave a white background, try adding a thin border to help keep that size consistency.
s engaged in your content.
11. ing in courses, the system has evolved to support student publications, online magazines, faculty development spaces, online e
12. rganization works to enhance the community's awareness of the history, language, customs and contributions of the people fr
13. the left of the page, then the lede, and then some of the first words along the left margin. So positioning your headline on the
olor, font-sizes, body, and heading styles is important.
of that text in red, that’s where your users’ eyes are going to move forward to. You need to be able to select colors which are a
the reader from the objective.
ze the elements on the page. The elements should be natural places for your reader’s eye to rest, in a natural order. Using neg
yout at this stage, and neither do you want to draw emphasis away from the critical elements. The same goes for navigation. Ju
14.
15. development spaces, online exhibits, extra-curricular projects, document reviews, and websites in support of grant competition
17. ioning your headline on the right, for instance, is not necessarily the best option. Don’t be afraid to break the rules, but be awa
e to select colors which are appropriate, combine them into a palette which is interesting without being too assorted, use this
in a natural order. Using negative space to differentiate elements is almost always better than resorting to putting boxes aroun
same goes for navigation. Just don’t make text too small in an effort to make it less obtrusive. It still has to be readable.
18.
19. support of grant competitions, departmental publishing, and collaborative spaces for committees. Beginning in the fall 2009, a
20.
21. o break the rules, but be aware of what that will mean, and have a good reason.
being too assorted, use this to draw your reader’s attention to the right elements, and this will guide him to the objective.
orting to putting boxes around everything.
ill has to be readable.
22.
23. Beginning in the fall 2009, all incoming freshman participate in blogging as part of their FRO experience. In the fall 2010 Buddy
27. ience. In the fall 2010 BuddyPress was added to the system, creating a social avenue for students, staff and faculty to connect
28.
29.
30.
31. staff and faculty to connect around shared interests, and to track their work across various areas of the system.
32.
33.
34.
35. Week of October 12-19
I. Goal
The Provost Leadership Team from East Stroudsburg University will collaborate and share valuable content.
Objectives
The Provost Leadership Team from ESU will quickly and efficiently, start sharing their agendas, monthly calendar, m
1. The website will provide content that will allow communicate to interact anywhere there is an interne
II. Goal
Provost Leadership Team will use new technology systems.
Objectives/Action Steps:
1. Provost Leadership Team will implement applications effectively and productively.
• Create shared folders to easily access and store electronic documents.
• Administrators and staff will store files in digital format allowing for easy access to district policies, me
Outcomes
1. Create a functional Website for members in the committee.
2. Create the followings functionalities in luminous:
• Calendar
• Blog
• Agenda
• Post Minutes
• Document Drops
3. Involve members of the Provost Leadership Team to innovative ways of communication.
4. Communicate to the East Stroudsburg community of the involvement, responsibilities and mission of
36. re valuable content.
gendas, monthly calendar, minutes and other documents on luminous.
anywhere there is an internet connection.
access to district policies, meeting notes, customers email addresses, and other bank district communications.
ommunication.
sponsibilities and mission of the Provost Leadership Team.
38. Task Task
Timeline Meet with Geryl/Report Findings
Goals/Objectives Web Layout, Outcomes
October 5-12 October 12-19
Develop Mile Stones Event 5
Develop Outcomes
November 2-9 November 9-16
Present Presention of Pilot. Event 5
November 30-December 7
39. Task
Findings Revised Goal/Objectives
Schedule Meeting with Lucy
October 19-26
Event 5 Prepare Presnetation
November 16-23
Event 5
40. Task
Decide on what components to add to Luminous for Web Design
October 26-November 2
Revised Presentation
November 23-30
Event 5
41.
42. Dr. Van Reidhead is the Provost, Vice President for Academic Affairs, and serves as the University's Chief Academic O
The Provost oversees academic policies and activities throughout the University and is responsible for planning, coo
Reporting directly to the Provost are Deans from the following Colleges:
College of Arts and Sciences
College of Business and Management
College of Education
College of Health Sciences
Graduate College
Kemp Library
The following are members of the committee:
Ø Mike Southwell, Asst. VP Instruct. Support/Outreach- Ext.2871
Ø Marilyn Wells, Vice Provost and Graduate Dean-Ext.3539
Ø Edward Owusu-Ansah, Dean Library and University Collections, Ext. 3223
Ø Geryl Kinsel, Associate Director/Record & Registration, Ext. 2821
Additionally, the Provost provides supervision and is responsible for the Vice Provost, Associate Provost for the Offi
The Office of the Provost provides leadership in fulfilling the University's strategic directions - academic excellence,
Provost Counsel Responsibilities:
• Leadership
• Discussions
• Improvement
• Faculty
• Budget
• Student Employment
• Chair Development
There’s discussion that the members of the committee will be provided with Note Pads.
43.
44. University's Chief Academic Officer.
esponsible for planning, coordination, and assessment of the University's academic enterprise.
ssociate Provost for the Office of Academic & Institutional Effectiveness, and the Assistant Vice President for Continuing Educa
tions - academic excellence, student learning, service, diversity, expanded resources, and a positive campus climate.
45.
46. esident for Continuing Education, Summer Sessions, and Instructional Support and Outreach.
e campus climate.
47.
48. Date Project Topic
9/21/2011 Project Outview/Plan
9/21/2011 Research on Internet
9/29/2011 Websites/Blogs
10/2/2011 Goals/Objectives
10/2/2011 Meet with Prof. Perez
10/3/2011 Met with Tami
10/3/2011 Timeline
10/7/2011 Created Timeline
10/10/2011 Researched Layout
10/11/2011 Met with Geryl
10/15/2011 Outline.
10/15/2011 Revised Goals/Objectives
10/15/2011 Outcomes
49. 10/16/2011 Web Layout
10/26/2011 Met with Tami
10/29/2011 Blog Etiquette
10/30/2011 Images for Tutorial
10/31/2011 Table of Contents
10/31/2011 Update Excel Log
11/5/2011 Message Board Eiquette
11/6/2011 Goals/Objectives
11/11/2011 Prepared PPT
11/12/2011 Power Point Presentation
Captivate
11/13/2011 Slideshare
11/19/2011 Review of MyESU Portal
11/20/2011 Review of MyESU Portal
11/21/2011 Review of MyESU Portal
11/22/2011 Review of MyESU Portal
11/22/2011 Review of MyESU Portal
11/22/2011 Revised Hours Log
11/30/2011 Met w/Reps 1 and Reps2
12/1/2011 Meeting with Tami
Meeting w/ Beth & Tami
12/1/2011 Revised myESU Portal Doc.
12/2/2011 Meeting w/ Beth & Tami
Revised Document
Assessment
Assessment for Behavior
Experiences
Goals For Future
Final Paper
Meeting w/Beth
51. Initials
Full Description Of Task Time (hours) MC
See Internship Overall Plan 2.00
Researched approximately 6 Blogs. Wrote a brief
description of Baruch's College Blog. Unfortunatly I
wasn't able to join, because I had to be an active student.
Listed the links to the blogs I researched. I was able to
comment on one blog without having to register. 3.00
Researched Blogs and Web site designs. Created a
document listing the elements of a blog and engaging
web site. Decided on two groups to demo/test. Decided
what functionalities are needed for each of the
communities, I selected. 5.00
Worked on Goals and Objectives with the information I
gathered. 2.5
Discussed the contact people for the organization I had
selected. 1.5
Discussed both groups and decided on concentrating on
one group. We decided on the Provost Leadership Team.
Discussed how to tackel the other tasks needed to
complete project. 1.5
Researched a variety of timelines. I wanted to choose
one that was approprite for the project on hand. I
reviewed a few and played around with them. 2.5
I had never used a timeline for the purpose of a project
before. I learned many features you can use when
creating a timeline 3
Gathered varies styles of web pages. 3
Discussed the duties and responsiblities of the Provost
Leadership team. Gathered the names of all members on
the team. 1
Created Outline with information about the Provost
Leadership Team. Researched other ascepts of the
Committee. 2.5
Made the apprepriate revisions to goals and objectives to
tailor the changes made for project to focus on one
group. 2
Created Outline of Outcomes 1.5
52. Created Web Layout 3
Test Community 2
Research blog eitquette. Created a documents with
useful blog etiquette that we can use for PLT Blog. 3
Used Zipping tools to gather images for tutorial. 2.5
Researched different table of contents and options.
Decided on creating one manually. 3.5
Update work books on excel document. Entered hours
and assignments. 1.00
Researched 3
Worked on Goals and Objectives with the information I
gathered. 3.00
Use Jing and captured images 2.5
Created a PPT for Captivate. The following presentation
will be used as an interactive tutorial. 6
Rough Draft of Captivate Presentation 3
Uploaded PPT on Slideshare and added a hyper-link 1.5
Reviewed and compiled information 5
Reviewed and compiled information 5
Reviewed and compiled information 4
Gathered information from Co-Workers 2.00
Reviewed and compiled information 2
Add Worksheet 0.5
Asked what problems students are having on banner. 1.50
Implemented Recommendation 4.00
Discussed experiences/development 1.00
Documented Revisions made on Luminis 2
Disscussed Progress 1
myESU Recommendations 4
Gathering Resources/Beginning 3
Gathering Resources/Beginning 2.5
Gathering information on work etiquette and developing
positive work etiquette behavior. 3
Gathering Data together & write report. 4
Incorporating information gathered in a Document. 3.00
Discussed Paper 1.00
63. Table of Contents
I. PLT Sign In
1. How to log on to PLT?
II. Calendar
1. How to manage and manipulate the Calendar
III. Discussion Board
1. How to use the Discussion Board?
IV. Reports
1. How to download and Upload Reports?
V. PLT Message Board
1. How to read messages?
2. How to post messages?
VI. PLT Document Drop Box
1. How to download documents?
2. How to upload documents?
VII. Photos/Album
1. How to download photos?
2. How to upload photos?
3. How to create an album?
4. How to view photo albums?
Blog Etiquette
1. Unless you have permission, it’s never OK to post someone else’s words on your own blog. You’re certainly wel
2. When you comment on someone else’s blog, there’s usually a line under the name and email for a link to your
3. It’s ok to disagree with bloggers or those who drop comments, but do be respectful. Calling names, using vulga
4. Respond to commenter’s. Your readers took the time to offer their thoughts, keep them coming back by recipr
5. Don’t forget, everything you write is on display for the world to see. If you don’t want to the world knowing something, d
People become very courageous behind their computer screens. Really, it doesn’t take a whole lot to be considerat
1. Do not confuse your opinion with the truth. There is a strong temptation, particularly when discussin
2. Do not invoke personal attacks. One of the magical powers blogs and wikis seem to possess is the cap
3. Thou shall stick to the subject at hand. Blogs in particular can get tangential in a hurry. To some, that
4. Thou shall cite thy references. As we all know, people can come up with statistics to prove anything; f
5. Thou shall punctuate and capitalize. We're not saying you should write every post with one eye on Th
6. If you have to invent a separate identity in order to create the illusion of agreement, then perhaps yo
7. Resize images. Remember, not everybody has screamingly fast broadband connections like you, and n
64. 1. Write original articles. Do not plagiarize/steal/copy someone else’s content or
ideas. Putting a new spin on a subject is one thing, but downright copying someone
else’s ideas is not right. If you can’t think of something to write about, don’t publish
until you do.
2. Give credit where credit is due. If what another blogger wrote inspires a post,
make mention of the post, and create a link back to your inspiration.
3. Check and recheck your grammar and spelling. Although some typos may slip
through, try your hardest to provide a post with proper grammar and spelling. Your
blog is a reflection on you and your credibility. If need be, have someone proofread
for you.
4. If you allow comments, let your commenter’s know you have read what they
wrote. A short thank you is sufficient; however, comment sections often end up
being the “meat” of the post. If you’re not going to have time to answer comments,
you may think of closing the comment section (turn comments “off”).
5. If you prefer commenter’s do not get “off subject” (writing about an issue
unrelated to the post), create a “comment rules’ page to inform your readers
about your desires. Either post a sentence above your comment section, or provide
a link to your comment rules. Comments often go off subject, so be prepared.
6. If you leave a comment on another blog, try to add value to the post/topic.
Saying “great post” is not value. If you can’t find something valuable to say, don’t
comment. Often two and three word comments will be considered as spam, and
subsequently deleted by the author. Try to avoid “off topic” comments unless you
know the blog author allows them. As a footnote, on this blog, I allow off topic
comments and questions.
7. If you comment on other blogs, do not alienate the author with derogatory
comments. Your comment is a reflection of you. Negative comments can decrease
your chances of receiving visitors from other sites.
8. If a reader/visitor contacts you via email or through your contact page,
answer the email as soon as possible.
9. Do not “spam” another blogger or blog. Overusing the name of another
blogger in comments and/or posts is often considered “content” or “comment
spam”.
10. Prior to publishing your post, check your links. Consistently providing dead or
404 links is frustrating to your readers, and can lead to a loss of credibility.
11. When commenting, unless a link is relevant to the post, do not insert one.
This is also considered “spam”, and most bloggers will avoid clicking on them.
12. If someone visits your blog, and leaves a comment, make time to visit their
blog as well. It’s common courtesy. If you cannot identify with their most current
post, dig through their archives and find one you can leave a short comment on.
13. If someone leaves a negative comment on your blog, do not feel obligated to
leave it in your comment section. A negative comment can change the dynamics of
the other valuable comments. Delete it or mark it as spam. It’s your blog.
14. Do not comment on another blog without reading the title and the complete
post. A poorly written, off subject comment leaves others wondering “what are
they on?”, again, reducing your credibility.
65. 15. Blogging is a hobby that connects us with others from all over the world. Be
courteous, be kind and most of all, have fun.
66. wn blog. You’re certainly welcome to provide a quote with attribution but to reprint the entire post is not good blog etiquette
e and email for a link to your blog or website and that should suffice. There’s no reason to link your blog again in the comment
ul. Calling names, using vulgarity and telling me to get back in the kitchen to make a sandwich only show off your ignorance. If
p them coming back by reciprocating.
the world knowing something, don’t post it. Many employers now Google potential employees. If you’re showing off your lingerie or ranti
e a whole lot to be considerate. A good rule of thumb is to treat other people’s blogs like you would treat your own. Be nice, be
n, particularly when discussing contentious issues, to claim unimpeachable authority on the subject at hand. Yes, everybody is e
kis seem to possess is the capability of turning otherwise sensible people into bickering schoolchildren. Unless the discussion s
ntial in a hurry. To some, that's part of the charm -- you start with an idea and end up somewhere completely different. That's
statistics to prove anything; forty percent of all people know that. So, set yourself apart from the herd by showing where you
every post with one eye on The Chicago Manual of Style, but writing several paragraphs as one gigantic, all-lowercase, run-on s
f agreement, then perhaps your point isn't as good as you think it is. Although it's tempting to play games with the pseudo-ano
nd connections like you, and not everybody has the patience to wait for that huge picture of your pet to download. Plus, margi
67.
68.
69. st is not good blog etiquette at all. In fact, it can get your blog shut down and your hosting taken away.
r blog again in the comments. We know where to find you if we need you. If you have a link you feel is relevant to the topic, co
show off your ignorance. If you can’t offer a decent rebuttal, keep your thoughts to yourself.
owing off your lingerie or ranting about your previous boss, these won’t bode well in your favor.
d treat your own. Be nice, be respectful and be considerate.
t at hand. Yes, everybody is entitled to express personal opinions, but by treating your blog or wiki like a panel rather than a pu
dren. Unless the discussion subject is "Say something insulting about somebody who holds a different opinion than you," leave
completely different. That's all well and fine, but let tangents arise organically within the context of the discussion. If you've go
herd by showing where you get your facts. You'll look knowledgeable, honest, and trustworthy -- what's not to like about that?
antic, all-lowercase, run-on sentence is a definite no-no. As is writing in ALL CAPS, WHICH IS LIKE SHOUTING! Punctuation is you
games with the pseudo-anonymity the Internet provides, it's far better to stick with one identity.
pet to download. Plus, margin-breaking pictures are just plain annoying.
70.
71.
72. el is relevant to the topic, contact the blogger, she will probably bring it to the attention of her readers. Please don’t spam.
like a panel rather than a pulpit, the dialogue will more likely be divine.
ent opinion than you," leave the personal invective out. Rule of thumb: Argue with the post, not the poster.
f the discussion. If you've got something wildly off topic to say, start a new thread or keep it to yourself until it becomes releva
what's not to like about that?
HOUTING! Punctuation is your friend, so use it.
78. Message Board etiquette
1. Be kind and honest
Don't issue personal attacks, use profanity, or post threatening, abusive, harassing, or otherwise offensive
2. Do not post chain letters or advertisements
Chain letters are never appreciated in the online community, and they're a violation of your membership agreeme
1. Suggested Guidelines
In addition to your TOS commitments, there are some suggested guidelines for polite and responsible interact
2. Read the message board for a while before participating
It’s best to browse a board for a while -- just reading -- before you post your first message. Read a cou
3. Communicate clearly
Write clearly when you compose a message. Review your message carefully before clicking
4. Refrain from using ALL CAPS
Typing in all capital letters is frowned upon; it's the equivalent of screaming at everyone. It also make
5. Don't post meaningless messages
Posting messages that say nothing more than "Me too" is a quick way to irritate other members. If yo
6. Consider sending a reply by e-mail
Some replies are better sent as e-mail, rather than posted to a board. Personal messages and especia
7. Refrain from cross posting
Cross posting means posting a single message to several different message boards, and it is almost ne
8. Quote from the post you're replying to
Include a small section of text from the post you're replying to, so others will have a quick reminder o
9. Be careful when posting personal information
Be careful about including private information about yourself, such as phone numbers and street add
10. Follow the forum guidelines
Check the message board area for specific Forum Guidelines, such as rules concerning which topics sh
79. ssing, or otherwise offensive language or images. You also may not impersonate another individual or communicate under a n
of your membership agreement with AOL. Advertisements are just about as unwelcome, though there are a few boards just for this purp
polite and responsible interaction on message boards:
our first message. Read a couple weeks’ worth of messages the first time you visit a board, and then read new messages for an
ully before clicking Send; typos are confusing. Remember, if your message can be misunderstood, it will be.
ng at everyone. It also makes your message more difficult to read.
rritate other members. If you agree with a posting, either enjoy your consent by yourself or reply with an informative commen
rsonal messages and especially critical comments are more appropriate when sent directly and privately. There's an
ge boards, and it is almost never appropriate. Such posts tend to reduce the quality of the discussion and needlessly increase th
will have a quick reminder of the topic.
one numbers and street addresses. Private information of that nature may be better sent by e-mail.
es concerning which topics should be posted in which folders, and answers to Frequently Asked Questions. These guidelines are
80. al or communicate under a name that you are not entitled to use.
a few boards just for this purpose at Keyword: Classifieds, under the "Using AOL Classifieds" button.
n read new messages for another couple of days. You'll see what topics are hot and which are cold, you'll get to know some of
with an informative comment about why you agree. Imagine how dull a board would get if it contained nothing but hundreds o
vately. There's an E-mail to Author option on every Post Response form; don't forget this option.
on and needlessly increase the traffic on the board. Find the best place for your post, and please confine your message to one b
estions. These guidelines are often labeled READ THIS FIRST or GUIDELINES.
81. d, you'll get to know some of the key participants, and you'll become familiar with the demeanor of the board. Each one is diffe
ined nothing but hundreds of "me too's."
onfine your message to one board.