R.O.E.
Commenting Rules of Engagement (R.O.E.)
Elements of Concordant Comments:
- Please remain relevant and on topic
- Please show respect for comments made by others
- Seek to build on ideas
- Embrace mutual ignorance. We all have our share. We all benefit when we are kind about both your own ignorance, and the ignorance of others’
- Note common views before expressing differences
- Before expressing disagreement, summarize your interpretation of what you have heard. This provides an opportunity to adjust our interpretations.
Out of Respect: Comments of a violent, insulting, or otherwise untoward nature will be removed