1. Netiquette Test Your Knowledge… Netiquette is short for:
D. Internet etiquette: how to respond and act in an online environment.
network education terminology
necessary teaching etiquette
Internet inequities
Internet etiquette
The answer is…

2. Netiquette Test Your Knowledge…
2. Knowing Netiquette will help you to:
B. It is the code of conduct so you do not offend anyone that you communicate with on the Internet.
do better on exams
avoid offensive online behavior
get along better with your friends
navigate the Internet
The answer is…

3. Netiquette Test Your Knowledge… 3. Typing in all capitals means:
B. Typing in all capitals in online WOULD BE LIKE SHOUTING THE WHOLE TIME!
nothing special
you are shouting
it's OK to forward this message to others
this message is very important
The answer is…
Hint: To add emphasis to some of your words you can add a _ or * on either side of the word(s) you _want_ to emphasize.

4. Netiquette Test Your Knowledge…
4. It is OK to forward or post a message that you have received if::
D. Generally, you should only forward a private message when you have the author's permission.
the message is typed in all capitals
it does not contain any copyright material
the author of the message hasn't marked it as confidential
the author of the message has given you permission to forward or post it
The answer is…

5. Netiquette Test Your Knowledge…
5. When posting a discussion, you should:
D. All of the above. Find out as much about the discussion topic/question before posting.
read the directions
read the topic/question thoroughly, as well attachments and linked sources
read the instructor’s post and/or example to get an idea of how to respond
do, all of the above
The answer is…

6. Netiquette Test Your Knowledge…
B. It is acceptable to use "Smileys," as they help the reader know whether you are joking, angry, sad, or sarcastic.
6. Using "Smiley-faces" in a message is:
childish and should never be done
okay, but they should be used sparingly
entirely acceptable
The answer is…
Hint: One way to take the "heat out" is to show what you mean by actually writing it in. At the end of your sentence put in <joke> or <cheeky>. <g> is simple and quick, and means <grin>. These additions help people to know what you mean. For a detailed listing of "Smileys", also know as Emoticons (emotional icons), visit Some examples of the more commonly used Smileys are: :-) Happy :-( Sad :-| Stern ;-) cheeky, winking :-D Laughing :-O Shocked

7. Netiquette Test Your Knowledge…
C. When sending to your instructor or fellow students you should not use texting or poor grammar.
7. You should worry about grammar and punctuation::
Only when you are sending a message to your friends
Only when you are sending a message to your classmates or instructor
All of the time
Whenever you have the time to pay attention to it
The answer is…
Example - which of the following do you find more readable and therefore more likely to get a response from:
DEAR PROFESSOR I AM HAVING DIFFICULTY UNDERSTANDING THE CONCEPTS LAID OUT ON PAGE 185 I WILL BE ON CAMPUS THIS TUESDAY NIGHT FROM 6-8PM WILL YOU BE AVAILABLE TO REVIEW THIS WITH ME DURING YOUR OFFICE HOURS ON TUESDAY NIGHT THANK YOU JERRY
Dear Professor, I am having difficulty understanding the concepts laid out on page 185 of our textbook. I will be on campus this Tuesday night from 6-8pm. Will you be available to review this with me during your office hours on Tuesday night? Thank you, Jerry

8. Netiquette Test Your Knowledge… 8. A flame is:
B. Flame messages are posts or messages that express a strong opinion or criticism.
an online chain letter
a post or message that expresses a strong opinion or criticism
an expert programmer
a person who consistently breaks the rules of Netiquette
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9. Netiquette Test Your Knowledge…
9. Chain letters sent via should be:
C. You should never pass on a chain letter without checking its authenticity.
forwarded to as many people as possible if they contain information about computer viruses
forwarded to just your friends
checked for authenticity and then forwarded
discarded the way you do paper junk mail
The answer is…

10. Netiquette Test Your Knowledge… 10. The Golden Rule of Netiquette is:
A. It’s all too easy to forget that we are real people out there with real feelings…. If you wouldn't say something to their face - you should not say it over the internet...be sensitive.
10. The Golden Rule of Netiquette is:
remember the human
never flame a friend
follow all the other rules of Netiquette
a smiley in every message
The answer is…

11. Expand Your Knowledge…
Netiquette
Expand Your Knowledge…
Share your knowledge….help others….real life behaviors…look good online…keep control…respect privacy…be forgiving…LEARN together!
Be Responsible for your Actions:
It is easy to post and respond without considering the human. This course will hold you responsible for using your “Internet manners”.
For more information about Netiquette, explore Virginia Shea’s website.
Go to: Netiquette
Create a safe learning environment!