Code+of+Conduct

Welcome 7th Grade Computer Students from Otms I am so excited to give you this opportunity to work on a Wiki.Open the following two files, Code of Conduct and Safety Poster. Watch the Video Think before you Post. =Rules= > You can either add to what others have written, make revisions or begin something new on the wiki. **You agree to...** ** ...the following when you use this wiki: ** 1. Please, no last names, addresses, IM screen names etc. 2. Do not link to your personal [|blog] /journal from your school wiki; you might reveal information on there that you don't want to reveal on your [|school] wiki. 3. If you want to write your opinion on a topic, make sure you're not going to be offensive as you write it. 4. Always make sure you check over your post for spelling errors, grammar errors, and your use of words. 5. Never disrespect someone else in your Wiki / blog, whether it's a person, an organization, or just a general idea. You don't want someone making a stab at what you are passionate about; don't do it to someone else. 6. Don't write about other people without permission; if you can't get their permission, use first names only. Never share someone else's last name. 7. Watch your language! This is part of our school community. Language that is inappropriate in school is also inappropriate in your blog. 8. Make sure things you write about are factual. Don't be posting about things that aren't true. Link to your sources. 9. Keep it [|education] -oriented. That means that you probably shouldn't discuss your plans for the weekend, the last dance etc. media type="file" key="Thinkbeforeyoupost.wmv" width="300" height="300"
 * Respect what others have written on the wiki.
 * Use correct spelling and grammar on the wiki. Remember what goes up on the wiki, goes up for the world to see. This is published writing, not draft.
 * Use appropriate language. Do not use any language that could be interpreted as mean to others.
 * Any factual information must be accurate.
 * Please remember to give credit to and cite your sources. Failure to do so is plagiarism.
 * I will never post any information more personal than my first name
 * I will not plagiarize; I will give credit where it is due.
 * I will use language appropriate for school.
 * I will not insult my fellow students or their writing.
 * I will try to spell everything correctly.
 * I will only post photos that are school appropriate
 * I will not reveal anyone else's identity in my comments or posts.
 * Wikis/Blogs Rules for Class use **

After Reading the files and Watching the Think Before You Post-Go to this Link

What is a Wiki?? Go to this Link: Wikis in Plain English
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This class will use online discussions to compliment in-class instruction to achieve higher level thinking skills. You will regularly engage in discussions and collaborative group work with your peers. To establish a safe space in our classroom site, we all need to agree to uphold specific expectations for conduct online. I _ agree to: [neatly print your first and last name]. You will Reply using our Edmodo site and you will respond by stating that you accept and understand the Code of Conduct Agreement and will abide by the rules. Your Reply will be your Signature. Do not reply with a yes; write out your complete statement.
 * Actively engage in the conversations taking place online.
 * Read and think deeply about my peers’ ideas, questions, suggestions, and comments.
 * Address my classmates by name when responding to their ideas.
 * Maintain an appropriate tone and stay on topic to further productive discussions.
 * Respectfully disagree with ideas. I will not attack my peers because their ideas are different from or contrary to my own.
 * Be open-minded. I believe I can learn from the diversity of perspectives in this class.
 * Attempt to think “outside the box” to present new ideas and perspectives.
 * Respect the privacy of my peers. I will not republish (i.e. cut and paste content from our discussions to other social networking forums) or discuss conversations that take place in our classroom site.
 * Support my classmates in their learning process. I will not tease or make fun of my peers.
 * Encourage discussion by asking interesting, thought-provoking questions.
 * Seek help from my peers and/or the teacher if I have concerns or questions.
 * Only attach information (i.e. documents, images, videos, etc) that is appropriate to the educational setting.
 * Submit work that is reflective of my intellect. I will follow the appropriate conventions of English (i.e. spelling, grammar, sentence structure, word choice, etc.) to ensure that my postings clearly communicate my ideas.

My signature verifies that I have read, understand and agree to comply with the above code of conduct. I understand that I must play an active role in establishing and maintaining a safe space in our classroom site to ensure that all students feel comfortable actively participating. If I violate any of the above expectations for my conduct in our online site, I am aware that I will be held accountable for my actions.

Student Signature ___

Plagiarism is a serious academic offence. [|What is plagiarism?] Remember to not use someone else’s words. We will be checking your work for plagiarism.

If you are caught plagiarizing none of the work you have done will be counted and I will assign a different We topic for you to redo.