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Re: Starting a Conlang-OT group? (was Re: Workshops Review #01, 2005)

From:Henrik Theiling <theiling@...>
Date:Monday, January 10, 2005, 23:12
Hi!

Jörg Rhiemeier <joerg_rhiemeier@...> writes:
> > needed would be someone asking "Hey, guys, take it to the OT group, would > > ya?", or words to that effect, and we could all continue our lives, > > distractions optional. > > This might work (or not), and it is at least worth trying!
As I told Paul privately, I'm against that, because the OT marker in the subject line can be used for it. It can be added and removed easily -- much easier than switching the list in the middle of a thread. And threads tend to switch heavily between Off- and On-Topic. The means for filtering are there. We just need to be consistent about using OT markers. (And I think that's also easier than being consistent about using the 'right' list.)
> In this case (OT overflow on CONLANG), it is often the same > people who discuss their conlangs, though I have the impression > that the most notorious off-topic posters tend to be people > who have little to contribute to conlang-related discussions.
I don't have that impression, actually. Many people post a good mixture. It would be a pity if they felt more comfortable in an OT group.
> *Something* ought to be done about that.
Well, I suggest to set up your account by the web interface to filter by OT marker. **Henrik

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Paul Bennett <paul-bennett@...>