Introduction.

Everyone here is capable of having an open discussion.
It seems like something we might actually all enjoy and look forward to - but so far it hasn't been done correctly. We want to share our ideas. We want to get things off our chests. We want to write our opinions, be heard, contribute, and reciprocate with each other - and we can.
There's a certain way of approaching and introducing (sensitive) topics and ideas without the post being completely blown out of proportion (which we have all seen so many times already), but it needs to be done carefully.
I created this suggestions blog to generate an effective list to be used as a smart reference for future discussion posts, and hopefully minimize conflict and negative feedback for people wanting to discuss something in particular.

Phew, here we go:

Miscommunication is an issue.

It is possibly the biggest issue on TEFc. Remember that this is a world of text, so it's extremely important to clearly communicate the idea you are wanting to discuss.

• To receive effective feedback, an effective post is needed to carefully introduce the material you want to discuss.
• Remember: every individual that responds has had their own personal experiences, usually a foundation on which their perspective(s) developed.
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Questions and ideas needing clarification.

• How to properly introduce an issue, idea, topic, etc., without seeming overly-opinionated, biased, offensive, etc.
• Should opinion be mentioned at all in the original body post or remain completely neutral?
• Discussion vs. Debate
• When does discussion become a debate?
• Does opinion alone trigger debate?
• How to avoid / diffuse escalating conflict.