Netiquette and Discussion guidelines

Please observe the following rules that should guide the discussions in this class:

1. "Netiquette" expectations: You are expected to extend the same courtesies in your discussions as you would in face-to-face contact. No rude or disruptive comments will be tolerated. 

2. Think before you push the post (submit) button. Did you say what you meant? How will the person reading your message perceive your words? 

3. Remember that there are real people with real feelings at the other end of your posting; don't write anything you wouldn't say to someone's face.

4. The discussion forum should be a place where you can safely exchange ideas. You don't have to agree with the previous postings, but you need to always be respectful in expressing your opinion.

5. Remember that discussion postings are the equivalent of in-class discussions with the difference that you can not hide on-line -- you will have to participate.