I chose this tip because I think students, especially as they get older, are very opinionated and they should know how to voice their opinions in a respectable manner. They should also know how to detect a flame war happening and know that being an instigator does not help the situation. By knowing how to share their opinions and being able to detect when a flame war has turned into something more serious, it provides for a more fun, safe and responsible environment online. 

This is an important rule for my students to know because once they start going online and using common websites and/or apps to connect to others, they should understand that even though they are behind a screen, they should still be smart and responsible. My students should know how to communicate with other people online and in an appropriate manner. They should know how to separate a simple and fun conversation with their friends to a more formal situation online. They should know when to use abbreviations and when to use full sentences. Being formal online is a safe way to play because you never what information can get out and you do not want someone of higher authority seeing you be inappropriate or seeing your unintelligent comments. 

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Example: 

Maria and Sarah are in heated disagreement about a popular boy group. Maria loves their music and thinks they are very talented. On the other had Sarah dislikes their music and talks bad about the group and people who are fans of the group. Sarah tells Maria that she is stupid and immature for liking such a group. Maria and Sarah continue insulting each other on twitter. 

After explaining the situation to the class, I would ask them how they think Maria and Sarah both felt. Also, how do they think both girls should have presented their opinions in a respectful manner. Once we are done discussing, the class will be split into groups where they create their own scenario. They have to act out a flame war, and then show the class how to fix the situation. 

It is as simple and the way you type. While being online, being formal is something that should still be accounted for. You should still full sentences, spells things right and use proper grammar. Somethings will stay on the internet forever, students should know this because what they say or do earlier in their life can possibly impact them later on in life. As a teacher, being formal, safe, responsible and appropriate online is a major requirement. To be taken seriously in this profession and to be trusted with someone else’s child, I have to act in the right manner, not only in my every day but also online.