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Netiquette

Rules for mentor and mentee e-mail communication

Netiquette is the word used for the rules to follow while communicating online. When talking to someone in person it is important to be polite. This is also true when you are writing e-mails. The netiquette rules for the in-person E-Mentoring Program are:

DOs

  • Write with respect.

  • Use your best writing skills.

  • Proofread and use spell check.

  • Reread your email to make sure your grammar is correct.

  • Sign your name to your e-mail.

  • Answer e-mails in a timely fashion.

  • E-mail your mentor/mentee twice a week.

  • Use only your Gaggle e-mail address when writing to your mentor/mentee.

  • Report any disturbing or uncomfortable conversations to your program instructor.

  

DON'Ts

  • Don't use rude of vulgar language.

  • Avoid personal attacks.

  • Don't forward chain letters or "junk mail."

  • Avoid using emoticons (smiley faces, etc...).

  • Avoid using general slang (kinda, sorta, etc...).

  • Don't type in all caps (THIS IS YELLING!).

  • Don't engage in uncomfortable conversations.

  • Don't have conversations that would not be acceptable to parents, teachers, students, and/or administrators.

  • Don't send messages that are extremely personal in nature.