Tips for Successful Online Communication

Do:

Respond respectfully
Respond substantively: you are being graded on quality of participation in online courses. Avoid online responses such as “me too” or “I agree”
Proofread all forum/discussion board/email entries
Recognize that this is collaborative learning. Communicate with classmates as well as course instructor.
Be aware of all course instructor’s requirements and due dates. Be sure to ask questions if you need clarification.
Realize that you are accountable for your attendance and notify your professor if you will be away or have computer access issues/limitations.
Realize that anything you post in a discussion board forum will be available for all class members to read.

Make personal attacks
Respond in all capital letters
Respond in anger
Use sarcasm, this can be easily misunderstood in email/online
Disappear and expect faculty will track you down.
Expect responses to your email in less than 48 hours during Mon-Fri or on weekends.