Four do's and three don'ts about story commenting for reporters
Submitted by yelvington on May 19, 2010 - 12:35pmHere are some tips for reporters about how to deal with story commenting.
Do:
Engage. Online behavior always improves when responsible adults are present.
Answer. Respond to genuine questions.
Listen. Keep an eye out for story ideas. Discover whether your reporting is informing or confusing people.
Clarify and correct. When people are confused or misinformed, post clear and accurate information. Link to authoritative sources whenever possible.