Cyber Smartz
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This document provides guidance on proper online communication and behavior, known as netiquette. It discusses how to respect others' privacy, avoid generalizations and keep an open mind, and gives tips for communicating effectively online such as using proper grammar, avoiding all caps, and giving credit for references. The document encourages thinking before posting, as things posted online can have long-lasting effects, and maintaining appropriate classroom conduct regardless of being online or in-person. Overall, the document outlines best practices for polite, thoughtful participation in online discussions and courses.
Cyber Smartz
- 3. In what ways is the Internet like a city?
- 4. How long is something you post online available for others to view?
- 5. What are the benefits of social networking sites?
- 6. What are the dangers of social networking sites?
- 7. What should you never reveal when posting to a blog, chat room, IM, or other online forum?
- 8. Why should you think twice before posting anything (words, images, audio) online?
- 9. Behind every name and avatar there is a real person
- 10. Lake Superior College: Online Course Netiquette Guidelines http://wiki.lsc.edu/Netiquette Respect the privacy of your classmates and what they share in class. N e t i q u e t t e Ti p s 1
- 11. Ask classmates for clarification if you find a post offensive or difficult to understand. N e t i q u e t t e Ti p s 2 Lake Superior College: Online Course Netiquette Guidelines http://wiki.lsc.edu/Netiquette
- 12. Avoid sweeping generalizations. Back up your stated opinions with facts and reliable sources. N e t i q u e t t e Ti p s 3 Lake Superior College: Online Course Netiquette Guidelines http://wiki.lsc.edu/Netiquette
- 13. Understand that we may disagree and that exposure to other people’s opinions is part of the learning experience. N e t i q u e t t e Ti p s 4 Lake Superior College: Online Course Netiquette Guidelines http://wiki.lsc.edu/Netiquette
- 14. N e t i q u e t t e Ti p s Be respectful of each other. We’re all in this together. Before posting a comment, ask whether you would be willing to make the same comment to a person’s face. 6 Lake Superior College: Online Course Netiquette Guidelines http://wiki.lsc.edu/Netiquette
- 15. Keep in mind that everything you write is recorded FOREVER. On the Internet there are no “take backs.” N e t i q u e t t e Ti p s 7 Lake Superior College: Online Course Netiquette Guidelines http://wiki.lsc.edu/Netiquette
- 16. Keep in mind that your online learning activities are part of a class. Something that would be inappropriate in school is inappropriate online. N e t i q u e t t e Ti p s 8 Lake Superior College: Online Course Netiquette Guidelines http://wiki.lsc.edu/Netiquette
- 17. Online communication is STILL communication
- 18. TYPING IN ALL CAPITAL LETTERS IS SHOUTING! C o m m u n i c a t i o n Ti p s 1 Lake Superior College: Online Course Netiquette Guidelines http://wiki.lsc.edu/Netiquette
- 19. Be careful with humor and sarcasm. Both can be easily misunderstood in virtual environments, especially by those who don’t know you or your brand of humor. C o m m u n i c a t i o n Ti p s 2 Lake Superior College: Online Course Netiquette Guidelines http://wiki.lsc.edu/Netiquette
- 20. Review all discussion posts before adding your own to prevent redundancy and repetition. C o m m u n i c a t i o n Ti p s 3 Lake Superior College: Online Course Netiquette Guidelines http://wiki.lsc.edu/Netiquette
- 21. Check your writing for grammar and spelling errors. Both reflect upon you. C o m m u n i c a t i o n Ti p s 4 Lake Superior College: Online Course Netiquette Guidelines http://wiki.lsc.edu/Netiquette
- 22. Acronyms (LOL, BFF, etc.) and emoticons are commonly used in informal online communications. Don’t overuse them and remember that they are not considered to be professional. C o m m u n i c a t i o n Ti p s 5 Lake Superior College: Online Course Netiquette Guidelines http://wiki.lsc.edu/Netiquette
- 23. Check your writing for grammar and spelling errors. Both reflect upon you. C o m m u n i c a t i o n Ti p s 6 Lake Superior College: Online Course Netiquette Guidelines http://wiki.lsc.edu/Netiquette
- 24. Be sure to give credit to ANYTHING that you copy, reference, or summarize. If you can copy/paste it, it belongs to someone else. Respect intellectual property. C o m m u n i c a t i o n Ti p s 7 Lake Superior College: Online Course Netiquette Guidelines http://wiki.lsc.edu/Netiquette
- 27. Search Smarter!
- 28. 1. The Title 2. Site description 3. The URL 4. Cached link 5. Similar sites
- 30. http://www.google.com/help/features.html G o o g l e Re f e re n c e To o l s
- 31. Google Search Tricks Prezi by Tony Vincent
- 35. Savvy Web Skills
- 37. Use this questioning format to evaluate websites
- 39. http://www.intel.com/education/tools/index.htm I n t e l O n l i n e T h i n k i n g To o l s
- 45. Noodle Tools
- 46. Knight Cite
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