クラスメートのブログを評価（ひょうか：evaluation）してください。

ブログ評価（ひょうか）カテゴリー
 1. Language
- transition into using more Japanese, use Japanese as much as possible
- use the grammar structure and vocabulary we learned
- try not to rely on Google translator because it is often very inaccurate
- grammatically correct, with correct punctuation
- clear language and proper spelling
- try to maintain a natural tone

2. Content
- an interesting topic or theme, some sort of continuity in the theme/ topic of the blog
- include current events or authenticity
- topics that somehow relate to Japanese, your personal experience learning Japanese, topic should be related to Japanese culture to raise people’s common interests
- various/ diverse subjects and topics that lead to good discussions
- clarity, simple and easy to understand, should be coherent, not too abstract
- be honest, show sincerity and originality
- interesting to reader and writer, appropriate/ polite content, include topics that touch on life lessons or address universal values
- something that motivates you to keep writing the blog

3. Layout
- easy on the eye
- utilizes external resources, including pictures, videos, links, and recordings
- user- friendly, easy to navigate
- visually attractive (eg: stylish layout, effective usage of colors)
- clear font, clear to follow
- liberal use of space, don’t squeeze sentences into one paragraph
- attract both new and returning users
- family- friendly

4. Communication
- respond to comment, interacting with other blogs (eg. commenting on classmates’ blogs and other blogs outside of class)
- comments should be answered if they include questions, comments should be meaningful
- English translation when relevant
- communicate and articulate in a conductive way
- keep the flow of the dialogue natural so it is easy for the readers to read, consistent tone/ subject
- attempt to interact with readers to create a sense of community

5. Consideration
- be sincere, no offensive words or posts but have an opinion, keep in mind what others could be offended by, know your audience
- aware of the language level of one’s readers, try to post at the class’ level so we can all read the posts
- should respect others’ blogs, consideration of other’s opinions, try not to be politically incorrect or overly- opinionated
- don’t include too many details about your private life that would offend the readers
- consider the purpose of doing this blog, question why we are doing this blog

6. Frequency
- update regularly, frequently updated (at least once a week), avoid posting too much entries at once that has no content, no Spam

7. Others
- Paragraphs should not be so long that the blog becomes difficult to read
- humor and wit
- make an effort on your blog
- try to make the most out of this blog experience and learn
- HAVE FUN!