Wiki+Etiquette

Wiki Etiquette for Students - How to act on a wiki.

 * Keep safe**. Never post your personal information or information about someone else. Keep things like ages, addresses, phone numbers, names of towns, or even places we work off the Internet. Remember that information on the internet, especially embarrassing information, may still be around after you've deleted it. Be careful not to post things that may come back to haunt you later.


 * Be truthful**. Write things you know to be correct using facts from research __//from reliable, credible sources//__.


 * Ask first, then give credit.** Ask an artist's permission to post their photos, pictures or pieces of writing. Never use first and last names of people that could identify them in a photo or video. You must also ask permission when using an idea from a friend, a family member, or even from an acquaintance. After you have his/her permission, then you must ask if you can post his/her name to give him/her credit. If you know anyone who is breaking any part of this rule, it is very important to tell someone who can help immediately.


 * Be nice.** The most important thing to remember is sarcasm hurts. Be overly friendly and be positive. Remember ... treat others as you would like to be treated.


 * Read, re-read, and proof-read before you click ENTER.** Don't rush to make that final . Once you press that button, you can't bring it back. Look everything over and use your spell check to be sure everything is accurate. When you are certain that the editing is complete, then __**save**__ to publish.


 * Information please.** The Internet is a great source of information but information is only useful when it is accurate.


 * Be brief, to the point and logical.** Use breaks in your text and formatting elements to make the page easy to read and understand.


 * Follow Directions.** Be sure to follow the directions that are given for the assignment -- be creative, but within the parameters set forth on the page.


 * Do not delete the work of others deliberately.** Unless it is part of the editing process.


 * Keep it on topic - classroom oriented**. This isn't the place to discuss afterschool plans.

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**__Wiki and Email Terms and Conditions__**
Students are expected to:


 * 1) Act safely and responsibly.
 * 2) Do not post personal information such as:
 * 3) Last name
 * 4) Address
 * 5) Phone number
 * 6) Password
 * 7) Username
 * 8) Any email address
 * 9) Any links to websites such as MySpace, Facebook, etc.
 * 10) Only share your username and password with your parents and remind them not to share it with anyone.
 * 11) Never login as another student.
 * 12) Treat Wikispaces as classroom spaces. Speech that is inappropriate for class is not appropriate for your Wiki.
 * 13) Only edit information on your pages.
 * 14) Any comments/ideas you add to other Wikiers' posts are to be highlighted in color and include your first name.
 * 15) Comments are to be respectful, helpful messages.
 * 16) If you receive a comment that makes you feel uncomfortable or is not respectful, tell your teacher/parent right away. Do not respond to the comment.
 * 17) Treat email as educational spaces. Email messages are for educational collaboration, not your personal messages.
 * 18) If you receive an email that makes you feel uncomfortable or is not respectful, archive the message and tell your teacher/parent right away. Do not respond to the email.
 * 19) No pictures of yourself or your friends on your posts or profile.
 * 20) Remember copyright laws.
 * 21) More dos and don'ts will be added as we discover them. Check back often for updates.
 * 22) By using the Wiki and email, students agree to abide by these terms and conditions. Failure to abide by these terms and conditions will result in losing access to your account and completing assigned work using paper and pencil.

Please click the discussion link above. put read the rules" in the topic box, then place your name and date in the discussion box to show that you have read these rules.