Instructions for participants of the e-course Strategic Planning for Digital Technology Implementation in Higher Education

8. Rules of conduct in the course

To ensure better collaboration, we have defined certain rules of conduct for this course.

1. Respect other participants as if they were in the same room with you. In communication, cultivate a culture of respect and constructive dialogue. Behind every username is a real person – kindness and empathy are key to a positive learning environment.
2. Use professional and clear language. Try to write grammatically correctly, avoid using capital letters (which can be interpreted as shouting), and strive to express your thoughts clearly. Inappropriate or offensive messages are not acceptable.
3. Stay on topic and be concise. Your comments, replies, and messages should be related to the topic and structured so that they are understandable to others. You help both yourself and your colleagues when you express yourself clearly and with focus.
4. Participate actively and on time. Your activity contributes to the quality of collective learning. Try to regularly check announcements, complete tasks within deadlines, and take part in discussions.
5. Protect the privacy and confidentiality of information. Do not share other participants’ personal data without their explicit consent. Also, be cautious when sharing your own information in public areas of the course.
6. Do not post promotional or unwanted content. The course is not a place for advertising, chain messages, or political statements. The focus should remain on course content and mutual learning.
7. Express disagreement in a constructive manner. Direct criticism toward the content or idea, not the person. If you disagree, explain your opinion respectfully and acknowledge differing perspectives.
8. Communicate through appropriate channels. For technical and organizational questions, use the designated forums or contact e-course mentors through official channels. Informal communication is welcome in designated spaces, provided basic courtesy is maintained.
9. Prepare for participation in virtual meetings. If the course includes video sessions, it is recommended to use a camera (when possible), be in a quiet environment, and speak only when you have a comment or question. Respect others’ time and do not interrupt the session flow.
10. Act in accordance with ethical and legal standards. Respect copyright, institutional policies, and applicable laws. Unauthorized use of content, plagiarism, or sharing of confidential information is not permitted.

This e-course is provided under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International license. When using the work, we recommend acknowledging the authorship in the following way:

Kadoić N. (2025). Strategic Planning for Digital Technology Implementation. 1st edition. CARNET e-course.

Why these rules? The goal is to ensure a high-quality, inclusive, and professional learning environment where everyone feels comfortable.
What if the rules are violated? In case of non-compliance, course facilitators may issue a warning and, in more serious situations, take further action in accordance with institutional policy.
Who is responsible? All course participants share responsibility for maintaining a positive and professional atmosphere.