Originally Posted by
1journeyman
Not much else to say here but I'd like to add a couple of points:
1. We discuss locked threads/deleted threads. When a thread gets deleted the mods still see it, along with a note from the mod who "deleted" it from public viewing. If anyone disagrees we can discuss it. Frankly, though, the vast majority of the time we are in complete agreement. If you are noticing more moderation I'd like to think that is a good thing. Us "new mods" hopefully are making a difference so the more experienced mods can post more. It's a shame to have folks like Beth, Bang, Viper, Ophiura, Thomas, NM Reef, Michael, Hot, Squid and Murph having to take time out to wade through the forums cleaning them up. These guys/gals are incredibly experienced and have a tremendous amount to offer the hobby. The more we can stay focused in this forum on the hobby, the more the will progress. Everytime one of these mods I mentioned stops to delete a thread or edit something they are taking away from their time they could be responding to a real question or issue.
2. Calling the boards "overmoderated" is kind of firing from the hip. Things get deleted or modded out that you dont' see. Any thread that seems to be a magnet for offensive posts will get deleted. Especially if it is in the aquarium.
Windmill, no offense to you, but I dont' want to spend my time on a SWF webpage having to "monitor" a thread about jello shots. I hope you can understand that.
3. We get email notifications whenever anyone uses the "report post" feature. Often times with questionable threads we get emails from folks complaining about the thread. So just because the thread looks like no one is offended because they haven't posted their displeasure, we still hear it. We have to make a judgment call at that point.
Finally, there are a lot of kids who read this site. Your thread talked about how as a teen you were involved in activity that many parents don't want their kids involved in. We hear from those parents. :jumping: And they are right; this a primarily a SWF website. Their shouldn't have to worry about what those kids are reading here.
I hope that explains a little better about the modding process. I was surprised and honored when asked to join on as a mod. I had no idea what I was getting myself into :notsure: There is a lot that goes on "behind the scenes" to make sure this forum stays the warm, comfortable, informative site that it is known to be.
I know what you are talking about from experience. I am a mod on the largest Disney web site. I spend so much time answering reported posts that i can't always do what i do best, respond to members questions.
Thanks mods, I REALLY know what it takes to be a good moderator
