Netiquette Nelly
Role:
You are always trying to be as nice as you can
be. You have learned all the rules of proper etiquette in your day
to day experience. But when it comes to the Internet, your skills
are a bit lacking. You seem to forget what it means to be nice.
Task:
Your parents are very concerned about your lack
of manners when it comes to the Internet. It is time to learn some online
manners. Unless you can learn some basic skills for how to use the Internet
appropriately you will lose the privilege.
Questions:
1. Define netiquette.
2. What is the basic rule of netiquette?
3. What is a flame? A flame war? How can
you avoid a flame war?
4. Name two things you should remember about
being online?
5. Why should you stay away from using all capital
letters?
6. What should you do if you become uncomfortable
with a topic or site you find on the internet?
7. What is the difference between a public and
a private e-mail message?
8. What is an emoticon? What can you use them
for? Copy down at least two and what they mean.
9. List
5 items you think should be included on your Top 10 list of Internet Safety
Tips.
Links:
Students each link below is important for you to evaluate. Although
some answers might be found on more than one website, reviewing all of the
references will help you understand the topic better.
Netiquette
101
CyberNetiquette
Netiquette Do's and Don'ts
Netiquette