Social Media and Discussions TIP

Here’s some advice we have been discussing in class, and it applies to both social media conversation AND contributing to discussions or asking questions in class.

When you make a contribution to a discussion, ask yourself:

1. Is it useful?
2. Is it helpful?
3. Is it interesting?
4. Is it kind?

If you can’t say “yes” to all of those questions, then put yourself on “pause” and take a moment to reflect.

1. Can you change the wording of what you are saying so it will be better received?
2. Is there a better time or opportunity for what you want to say?
3. Is this the right audience?
4. Why am I saying this? To get attention, or to really contribute to the discussion?