Netiquette
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Objective
I can apply netiquette to participate in online communities with respect and responsibility.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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Netiquette refers to the rules of good behavior when you are online, helping to create a positive and respectful environment in digital spaces.
- 2
When interacting online, remember there are real people behind every screen, so be kind and thoughtful and avoid using all capital letters, which can seem like shouting.
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Good netiquette includes respecting others' privacy, understanding the permanence of online posts, and checking your facts before sharing information.
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Practice
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Based on the reading passage, what is the primary goal of following netiquette in online communities?
Imagine you are participating in an online study group for a class. One of your classmates posts a long message entirely in capital letters, expressing frustration about a difficult assignment. Explain two reasons why this post might violate netiquette, and suggest a better way for your classmate to express their feelings.
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Exit ticket
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“Imagine you are participating in an online discussion forum for a school project. You see a classmate post a comment that uses all capital letters and shares a rumor about another student. Explain how you would apply netiquette principles to respond to this situation respectfully and responsibly, based on the provided reading passage.”
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