User-generated content (UGC) is powerful when it is purposeful and moderated. Three principles for this site:
1) Provenance over volume: I credit sources, link originals, and avoid resharing without context.
2) Clear rules: respectful tone, no personal data in comments, and claim–evidence–source when we discuss facts.
3) Feedback loops: I update posts when classmates add better examples or corrections, keeping a short “Changelog” at the end.
Why it matters: UGC can increase clarity, participation and credibility when moderation is transparent and contributions are attributable. This term I’ll approve comments manually, answer with sources when possible, and spotlight classmates’ insights that objectively improve the post.