1. Examples of Netiquette Violations A podcast produced by Terry Werstlein & David Yates EDT 722 July 23, 2010

2. Netiquette is defined by Roblyer and Doering (2010) as a collection of etiquette guidelines that governs behavior when communicating on the Internet

3. Observing Netiquette includes actions like:
Correctly identifying yourself
Avoiding sarcasm
Using appropriate language
Writing in standard English

4. Observing Netiquette includes actions like:
Refraining from using all caps
Being polite instead of belligerent
Maintaining a positive attitude
Avoiding sexist, racist, & other forms of inappropriate humor

5. 6. They add variety and interest.
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Netiquette Violation Example #1
6. They add variety and interest.
“eye no what we need 2 do hear. we need more 411 bcause people will lol if u dont xplain things”

6. What is the problem with Netiquette Example 1?
It is not written in standard English. It contains slang and text messaging/chatroom shortcuts

7. 6. They add variety and interest.
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Netiquette Violation Example #2
6. They add variety and interest.
“Bob--Your comment about instructional technology is the stupedest thing I have ever read. DO YOU HAVE A BRAIN? If so, please use it.”

8. What is the problem with Netiquette Example 2?
The writer insults Bob with demeaning and antagonistic language rather than respectful discourse. The writer also shouts at Bob by writing in all capital letters.

9. 6. They add variety and interest.
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Netiquette Violation Example #3
6. They add variety and interest.
“Suzie--Your post reminds me of a joke I heard about a lawyer, a Protestant, and a blonde...”

10. What is the problem with Netiquette Example 3?
The writer tells an off-color joke that would alienate lawyers, Protestants, and blondes (and probably their friends and relatives and most of the general population as well).

11. 6. They add variety and interest.
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Netiquette Violation Example #4
6. They add variety and interest.
“Henrietta--I think you expressed yourself beautifully. Speaking of beautiful, I bet that you could be a Playboy model.”

12. What is the problem with Netiquette Example 4?
The writer is salaciously flirting with Henrietta, inappropriate behavior in any course. Although it is nice to compliment fellow students, those words of praise should not include references to sexuality.

13. 6. They add variety and interest.
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Netiquette Violation Example #5
6. They add variety and interest.
“Ralph--Did you read what Billy put in his DQ2 post? I can’t believe anyone would put that in print. He’s such a jackass.”

14. What is the problem with Netiquette Example 5?
Calling anyone names is very unprofessional. This behavior also rises to the level of slander because the writer is talking about a third person.

15. References
DeCandido, G. (2009). The fab ten of online ed. American Libraries, 40(12), 31. 
Hodson, C. (2008). Netiquette: Watching your P's and Q's in an online world. AANA Journal: AANA News Bulletin, 62 (10),
Mintu-Wimsa, A., Kernek, C., & Lozada, H. (2010). Netiquette: Make it part of your syllabus. MERLOT Journal of Online Learning and Teaching, 6(1),
Roblyer, M., & Doering, A. (2010). Integrating educational technology into teaching. Boston: Allyn & Bacon.