Mrs. Bett's 5th Grade Netiquette Guidelines

The guidelines listed below are examples of good internet "netiquette" or etiquette. These are simple rules I expect my students to go by when communicating online.


Avoid hurting someones feelings:

• It's hard to grasp emotion through email, chat, or other forms of online communication. Always be courteous, and be careful about what you say, as it can easily be taken as negative. It's hard to tell if someone is joking through email, so make sure they are aware of your mood.
• Be careful when using all CAPITAL letters, it can be considered "SHOUTING".

Be Aware and Responsible Online:

• Do not send inappropriate material or emails to people.
• Never post passwords or any personal information on forums, or through email.
  
• Be very careful when downloading files. Get my permission before you download files, music or video, there is a lot of junk online and some can be harmful and contain viruses.
• Never send a message that you wouldn't want to be shared with others.
• Appropriate classroom behavior is still mandatory when online. Respect for fellow classmates and the teacher is as important as ever.
  

Communicate Effectively

• Always be kind enough to respond promptly to emails. It is rude to ignore somebody who is trying to communicate with you.
• Avoid using language that may come off as harsh or rude.
• Keep your emails short and precise and give them a meaningful subject line.