Instructions for E-Course Participants: Ensuring Inclusive Access Through the Use of Assistive Technology

8. E-course Rules

To ensure high-quality collaboration, we have established certain rules of conduct for the course.

Respect other participants as if they were in the same room with you. In communication, foster a culture of respect and constructive dialogue. Behind every username is a real person – kindness and empathy are essential for a positive learning environment.

Be professional and use clear language. Strive to write grammatically correctly, avoid using entire words in capital letters (which can be interpreted as shouting), and aim to express your thoughts clearly. Inappropriate or offensive messages are not acceptable.

Stay focused on the topic and be concise. Your comments, responses, and messages should relate to the subject and be structured to be understandable to others. You help both yourself and your colleagues when you express yourself clearly and concisely.

Participate actively and promptly. Your activity contributes to the quality of shared learning. Regularly check announcements and respond to assignments within the specified deadlines.

Protect privacy and confidentiality. Do not share personal data of other participants without their explicit consent. Also, be cautious when sharing your own data in public spaces.

Do not post promotional content or unsolicited messages. The e-course is not a place for advertising, chain letters, or political messages. The focus should remain on the content and mutual learning.

Express disagreement constructively. Direct criticism towards the content or idea, not the person. If you disagree, present your opinion while respecting different views.

Communicate through appropriate channels. For technical and organisational questions, use the designated forums or contact the e-course mentors through official channels. Informal communication is welcome in the designated spaces, while respecting the basic rules of decency.

Act in accordance with ethical and legal standards. Respect copyrights, institutional regulations, and applicable laws. Unauthorised use of content, plagiarism, or sharing of confidential information is not permitted.

This e-course is made available under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International license. When using the work, we suggest indicating the authorship of the work in the following manner:

Pinjatela, R. (2025). Ensuring Inclusive Access Through the Use of Assistive Technology. 1st Edition of the CARNET E-course.

Why These Rules? The aim is to ensure a high-quality, inclusive, and professional learning environment where everyone feels comfortable.

What If the Rules Are Broken? If the rules are not followed, the e-course leaders may issue a warning and, in serious cases, take further action in accordance with the institution's regulations.

Who Is Responsible? All the participants in the e-course are responsible for maintaining a positive and professional atmosphere.