This shortish article is framed around a framework of six guiding principles for a faculty online community. One of the key benefits such a community," writes the author, "is that faculty are given the opportunity to collaborate and share their knowledge and expertise." That explains why the principles - including such things as "a clear purpose" and "a commitment to high standards" - appear to the professionalism of faculty. But if we ask what sort of things work, then in addition iin addition to usable tools and effective moderation you need things like engagement and animation. Unless the community actually presents itself to faculty where they live, it will sit unnoticed.
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