The dos and Don'ts of communicating online. Written by kday@chariot.net.au

1. How to get the most out of your
e-learning sessions
By incorporating

2. How to get the most out of your
e-learning sessions
By incorporating
What is Netiquette?
N et i q u ette is a
combination of
terms (“network”
and “etiquette”)
used to describe the
appropriate way to
communicate in an
online environment.

3. How to get the most out of your
e-learning sessions
Always remember
that success rests
largely with you
and how you
communicate
with others
and how much
you involve
yourself in this
course.

4. How to get the most out of your
e-learning sessions
The discussion board
is to be used to
discuss topics
specifically related to
the current course.
It is OK to quote
another’s ideas but
put it into quotes and
reference the author
and website/book
where you got the
information from.

5. How to get the most out of your
e-learning sessions
Communication is the
key in an online
environment.
• Communicating online is
different from
communicating face-to-
face.
• Listen, Think, Respond
with respect for the other
person’s opinion
• Feel free to use emoticons
to express your feelings.

6. How to get the most out of your
e-learning sessions
For a complete
list of
emoticons
go to
http://messenger.
msn.com/Resourc
e/Emoticons.aspx

7. How to get the most out of your
e-learning sessions
The
DOs
and
DON’TS

8. How to get the most out of your
e-learning sessions
In an online
environment DO:
• Ask Questions. (if
you’re feeling confused,
don’t understand, or
can’t work out how to
do something)
• Take part in activities
and discussion forums
enthusiastically
• Give freely of your
knowledge and
experience

9. How to get the most out of your
e-learning sessions
In an online
environment DO:
• Treat others with the
same respect and
consideration as you
would like to receive
• Read, think about and
try to appreciate other
peoples points of view
• Communicate,
Encourage and Inspire
each other

10. How to get the most out of your
e-learning sessions
In an online
environment DO:
• Respond with
constructive comments on
others discussions
• Say what you mean, mean
what you say and don’t
use big words
• It is OK to disagree with
another’s comment
• It is OK for someone else
to disagree with your
comment

11. How to get the most out of your
e-learning sessions
In an online
environment DON’T:
• Don’t assume everyone
comes to the discussion with
the same knowledge and
background as you
• Don’t use acronyms or if you
do then expand/explain the
acronym
• Don’t use chat acronyms and
text message shorthand in
your discussions
• Avoid the use of industry
specific jargon or if you do
then explain the jargon.

12. How to get the most out of your
e-learning sessions
In an online
environment
DON’T:
• Swear or use
expletives. It is not
acceptable.
• Don’t yell in your
conversations (Using
ALL CAPS is
considered yelling in
an online
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13. How to get the most out of your
e-learning sessions
Enjoy The
Learning Journey
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