[NCUC-DISCUSS] The use of +1 's ... and why some people might be reluctant to post

[Ginger Paque]

I just sent this message offlist to Sean, in reply to his comments:

*Sean said:*
Guys if am not mistaking, the email from the NCUC Chair suggests that a
decision has been made by the EC on this matter.  ...  May I suggest the
+1s be put to rest.

*Ginger replied OFFLIST:*
...  I don't want to get involved in a discussion on the list, but I think
the arguments in favor of +1, and the continued use of +1 tell us that it
is a very important and useful tool. What's your objection? I'd rather see
you contradicting the chair than discouraging the use of +1, especially for
those who don't write well in English :)

*Ginger (new)*
I've decided now to use this as a clear example of another reason people
lurk instead of engaging, and might prefer to use +1s. I also note that it
is possible that Sean's comment was meant to be read between the lines.

In the last year or so on several IG-related lists, posting a comment often
elicits (not referring to the chair here in any way, shape, or form, just
using the topic as an example) an antagonistic and/or aggressive
response instead of discussion. I mention it here because it is relevant to
the +1 issue. My English is decent, and I'm pretty outspoken myself, but I
have to admit it has seriously affected my engagement.

Happy (hopefully) IG discussions.
Cheers, Ginger




Virginia Paque
DiploFoundation



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