Netiquette rules for eTwinning project
What is netiquette?
Netiquette is a combination of two words: net and etiquette. It refers to the socially acceptable rules of online conduct.
Learning the social rules of the internet keeps us all happy, and learning to forgive keeps us all safer and helps develop greater understanding.
Represent yourself well
Self-presentation is crucial online. Be friendly, polite, and engaging— just as you would be in real life.
Use respectful language
Use neutral words and avoid those that might cause offense.
Be careful with sarcasm
To make your sarcasm clearer, use “irony punctuation” or emojis that contradict the statement, italics to emphasize tone, “jk” for “just kidding,”
Check your grammar
Friends might not care about proper grammar, but in online world there are people who do.
Respect other people’s privacy
Digital privacy is just as important as physical privacy.
Ask someone before tagging them in your social media posts. No one wants an unflattering photo spread among people they don’t know, and some people might be social-media shy in general
Don’t share anyone’s social media contact without their consent either.
If you wouldn't say it directly, don't say it online
Whether you’re communicating with people, don’t let your emotions do the talking online.
Follow the rules
Just like real-life hangouts, every internet subculture has their own core rules and definitions of netiquette. Rules might include acceptable topics to discuss, formatting procedures, link policies, or just a general code of behavior.
Fact check
It’s embarrassing to get facts wrong, and it can cause others to stop trusting you or stop communicating with you completely. Always verify what others claim to be true and learn to evaluate their sources
Respect people's time and boundaries
The exciting urge to share something is natural, but sending long YouTube videos or articles to others constantly can be imposing. Don’t take it personally if the person doesn’t check it out or report back — instead, consider they may have other preferences or might simply be too busy.
Keep your information up to date
Update your profile information, especially if you’re not in contact with lots of old friends. A simple update is a nice way to show you care about those you may have lost touch with.
Send files properly
Don’t send or attach large files directly, since you never know what kind of storage space or internet connection other people have.
Be forgiving
One of the most important netiquette rules is to forgive others’ mistakes.
TwinSpace Netiquette
Cornelia Mot
Created on September 8, 2023
TwinSpace Netiquette Project eTwinningBuilding Digital Bridges to Student Well-being
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Netiquette rules for eTwinning project
What is netiquette? Netiquette is a combination of two words: net and etiquette. It refers to the socially acceptable rules of online conduct. Learning the social rules of the internet keeps us all happy, and learning to forgive keeps us all safer and helps develop greater understanding.
Represent yourself well
Self-presentation is crucial online. Be friendly, polite, and engaging— just as you would be in real life. Use respectful language Use neutral words and avoid those that might cause offense. Be careful with sarcasm To make your sarcasm clearer, use “irony punctuation” or emojis that contradict the statement, italics to emphasize tone, “jk” for “just kidding,” Check your grammar Friends might not care about proper grammar, but in online world there are people who do.
Respect other people’s privacy
Digital privacy is just as important as physical privacy. Ask someone before tagging them in your social media posts. No one wants an unflattering photo spread among people they don’t know, and some people might be social-media shy in general Don’t share anyone’s social media contact without their consent either.
If you wouldn't say it directly, don't say it online
Whether you’re communicating with people, don’t let your emotions do the talking online.
Follow the rules
Just like real-life hangouts, every internet subculture has their own core rules and definitions of netiquette. Rules might include acceptable topics to discuss, formatting procedures, link policies, or just a general code of behavior.
Fact check
It’s embarrassing to get facts wrong, and it can cause others to stop trusting you or stop communicating with you completely. Always verify what others claim to be true and learn to evaluate their sources
Respect people's time and boundaries
The exciting urge to share something is natural, but sending long YouTube videos or articles to others constantly can be imposing. Don’t take it personally if the person doesn’t check it out or report back — instead, consider they may have other preferences or might simply be too busy.
Keep your information up to date
Update your profile information, especially if you’re not in contact with lots of old friends. A simple update is a nice way to show you care about those you may have lost touch with.
Send files properly
Don’t send or attach large files directly, since you never know what kind of storage space or internet connection other people have.
Be forgiving
One of the most important netiquette rules is to forgive others’ mistakes.