Wiki+Ettitquette

=Wiki-Etiquette =   · Do not be rude or offensive when posting comments or making edits.  · Do not write “ [|Click here] for more information about Collaborative Learning.” Instead, write “More info about [|Collaborative Learning]  .” Avoid doing this for external links as well.  · Do correct typos or content errors.  · Do contribute original content or referenced materials. Follow normal citation and reference rules for academic writing to avoid plagiarizing or violating copyrights, and include links to original material if available online.  · Do use actual dates. For example, write “In August 2009 we implemented a new intervention program…” rather than writing “Last August we implemented a new intervention program…”  · Do add your signature to comments if applicable and do avoid using first-person references when creating wiki content.  · Do remain objective when adding or creating content. Pros and cons should be included when appropriate.  · Do be bold. Go ahead and create content or edit someone else’s work. Remember that this is all about collaboration.  · Do not be offended if someone edits your work. Remember that this is all about collaboration.  · Do include “notes” when you make changes to explain what changes were made and why you made them.  · Do recognize useful content and give praise to constructive work that adds value to the wiki.  · Do help build structure. Allow for collaborative synthesis and structuring of the content by everyone. <span style="display: block; margin-bottom: 1.5em; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: justify;"> · Do follow basic rules of grammar and avoid writing in ALL CAPS, which is considered “shouting” in online communications. <span style="display: block; margin-bottom: 1.5em; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: justify;"> · Do use your own name and not an alias. This helps to build trust among the team and holds everyone accountable for his or her contributions.