From 23149847fd76a8e17c16a83e780e1a63b5c87405 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Paul W. Frields Date: Aug 27 2019 14:15:46 +0000 Subject: Make a new editorial contribution section --- diff --git a/modules/ROOT/nav.adoc b/modules/ROOT/nav.adoc index 4e2f1bc..0efb039 100644 --- a/modules/ROOT/nav.adoc +++ b/modules/ROOT/nav.adoc @@ -1,7 +1,9 @@ -* xref:contributing.adoc[Contributing] +* xref:contributing.adoc[Contributing content] ** xref:getting-access.adoc[Getting access] ** xref:writing-a-pitch.adoc[Writing a pitch] ** xref:writing-an-article.adoc[Writing an article] ** xref:creating-an-image.adoc[Creating a featured image] * xref:tips-for-writers.adoc[Tips for writers] -* xref:editorial-meetings.adoc[Editorial meetings] \ No newline at end of file +* xref:editorial.adoc[Contributing as an editor] +** xref:editorial-meetings.adoc[Editorial meetings] +** xref:approving-comments.adoc[Approving comments] diff --git a/modules/ROOT/pages/approving-comments.adoc b/modules/ROOT/pages/approving-comments.adoc new file mode 100644 index 0000000..5b56656 --- /dev/null +++ b/modules/ROOT/pages/approving-comments.adoc @@ -0,0 +1,17 @@ += Approving comments + +We moderate comments on the Fedora Magazine to make sure discussions stay constructive and useful. Some sites do not moderate comments, which usually results in spammers, trolls, or other bad actors creating a less appealing environment. Fedora Magazine editors agree that: + + * The Magazine is not a public place, but rather is like private property where we are holding an open-door event. + * We want the Magazine to retain a high value to the public and the community -- in other words, for all attendees to enjoy the event. + * We want to discourage bad actors from creating a negative environment -- in other words, that the event stays safe for everyone. + +Most comments that come in are constructive. Even comments that are critical can be constructive. However, some comments cross a line where they stop being constructive. They may express hostility or include no valuable ideas -- or simply may be spam. + +Therefore, Magazine editors follow a common set of guidelines to approve comments, and discard those that are not constructive. If you are helping moderate comments, here are some guidelines to follow: + + * Comments that are critical of a technology or article are OK to approve. However, they should offer alternative ideas or suggestions. + * Comments that criticize an author, or are hostile to a class of people, or put down Fedora in general should be discarded. + * Comments that point to technologies Fedora doesn't ship are OK to approve; the site has a legal disclaimer that says content expresses the views of individual authors only. + * Comments that are indirect spam should be discarded. You can usually recognize these comments because they are very general, do not include any context from the article, and include a product or other suspect URL as an author name and/or site. + * Duplicate comments should be discarded. (Sometimes comment authors don't read the text that tells them their comment will be held and moderated.) diff --git a/modules/ROOT/pages/contributing.adoc b/modules/ROOT/pages/contributing.adoc index c34e768..04f6642 100644 --- a/modules/ROOT/pages/contributing.adoc +++ b/modules/ROOT/pages/contributing.adoc @@ -1,4 +1,4 @@ -= Contributing to the Fedora Magazine += Contributing content to the Fedora Magazine Fedora Magazine welcomes contributions of content relevant to Fedora Users. @@ -15,4 +15,4 @@ Editors' steps: 4. **Edit the article**: An editor makes sure the article reads well, checks facts, and corrects typos. 5. xref:creating-an-image.adoc[**Create an image**:] Each article gets a cover image before its published. -6. **Schedule the article**: Finally, the article is scheduled for publishing! \ No newline at end of file +6. **Schedule the article**: Finally, the article is scheduled for publishing! diff --git a/modules/ROOT/pages/editorial.adoc b/modules/ROOT/pages/editorial.adoc new file mode 100644 index 0000000..3aa23e8 --- /dev/null +++ b/modules/ROOT/pages/editorial.adoc @@ -0,0 +1,7 @@ += Contributing as a Magazine editor + +The duties of an editor are much like any blog owner. Occasionally editors also xref:contributing.adoc[contribute content] when the queue or backlog of content is running a little low. + +Editors hold a xref:editorial-meetings.adoc[weekly editorial meeting] to discuss and approve content, help guide authors, and figure out ways to improve the Magazine and further its mission. The best way to become an editor is to join the weekly meeting, and demonstrate your ability to contribute consistently. + +Like most blogs and news sites, the Magazine receives feedback and comments from the public. Editors xref:approving-comments.adoc[moderate comments based on common guidelines]. They ensure that discussions stay constructive and discourage trolls and other bad actors.