0.01 Communicating with Each Other

Communicating Online

Even though many of us are very accustomed to communicating via email, text, and discussion forum, there is still a lot that can get lost in translation when communicating online. The standards of professionalism and kindness that many have for in-person conversations do not always show up in digital ones. Because nearly all communication in this class happens through email and Canvas discussions, it is crucial that we stay aware of the challenges of talking online and make every effort to remain professional, courteous, and clear.

We will follow these guidelines. Please contact me if you have questions, or believe anyone is not acting in accordance with them.

• Be positive and respectful of others' thoughts, ideas, and contributions.
• Avoid texting or slang language.
• Use effective communication by clearly saying what you mean.
• Practice good manners and thank others for their contributions.
• Ask for clarification if you are unclear about what you read.

For more, see Boise State's When Communicating in Your Online Class page.

Discussion Guidelines

A security course adds three rules of its own, which apply to every discussion in it:

• Do not name real individuals as the cause of an incident, including yourself. Describe roles and systems.
• Do not post anything confidential from a current or former employer. Change identifying details.
• Do not post working attacks against any system, including your own.

When to Message Me

General questions about the course, an assignment, or a due date belong in the Course Questions discussion, where the answer helps everyone. Anything about your own grade, or any other personal matter, goes to me directly by email or Canvas message, as the Communication Policy describes.

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