Understanding Seed Comments
Learn how to create effective seed comments for your discussions
What are Seed Comments?
Seed comments are initial statements added by the discussion creator that help kickstart the conversation. They're crucial for setting the tone and encouraging participation.
Key Characteristics:
- Not associated with any specific user account
- Don't have initial votes associated with them
- Added through the Pol.is admin interface
- Help map out the landscape of opinions
- Teach participants how to write effective comments
Best Practices for Seed Comments
- Quantity: Add at least 10 comments, ideally 25-40 for better engagement
- Language: Use simple, clear, and concise language
- Focus: Restrict each comment to a single point
- Diversity: Include various perspectives and viewpoints
- Balance: Mix both controversial and potential consensus statements
Using AI to Generate Seed Comments
Example Prompt for AI:
"I'm creating a discussion about [TOPIC]. Can you help me generate 25 seed comments that: - Represent diverse viewpoints - Are clear and concise (under 140 characters) - Cover different aspects of the topic - Include both potentially controversial and consensus statements"
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