Instructions for course participants

In order to ensure higher-quality collaboration, we have defined certain rules of conduct for the e-course.

1. Respect other participants and instructors who are part of the e-course. Communicate in a way that shows respect for others and contributes constructively to a pleasant working environment and learning.
2. Use professional and clear language. Strive to write grammatically correctly and use a professional writing style. Avoid writing entire words in capital letters (which may be interpreted as shouting). Inappropriate or offensive messages are not acceptable.
3. Stay on topic and be concise. Your comments, responses, and messages should be related to the topic and structured in a way that is understandable to other participants and instructors.
4. Respect deadlines and fulfil your obligations on time. Your activity contributes to the quality of shared learning in the e-course. Try to regularly check announcements, respond to tasks within the given deadlines, and participate in discussions. Pay special attention to group and teamwork, as all members are expected to contribute to achieving the results.
5. Protect the privacy and confidentiality of information. Do not share personal data of other participants without their explicit consent, and be cautious when sharing your own data in public areas of the e-course. Do not share analyses that are not anonymised and for which you do not have informed consent.
6. Do not publish promotional content or messages with inappropriate content. The e-course is not a place for advertising, chain messages, or political messages. It is necessary to focus on the course content and mutual learning.
7. Express disagreement in a constructive and evidence-based manner. Direct criticism toward the content or idea, not toward the person. If you disagree, support your opinion with arguments while respecting different viewpoints. Provide references for your opinions and support them with professional arguments.
8. Use appropriate communication 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 formats and groups intended for it, while respecting basic rules of politeness. When working in a group or team, agree in advance on communication rules and methods.
9. Prepare for participation in virtual meetings. The e-course also includes synchronous sessions during which the use of a camera is recommended (when possible), being in a quiet environment, and speaking only when you have a comment or question. Respect other people’s time, do not interrupt activities, and prepare and test your presentations in advance.
10. Act in accordance with ethical and legal standards. Respect copyright, institutional regulations, and applicable laws. Do not share course content outside designated channels and respect copyright and intellectual property. Unauthorised use of content, plagiarism, or sharing confidential information is not permitted.

Why these rules? The goal is to ensure a high-quality, inclusive, and professional learning environment in which everyone feels comfortable.
What if the rules are violated? In cases of non-compliance, the course leaders may issue a warning and, in serious situations, take further action in accordance with the institution’s regulations.
Who is responsible? All participants in the e-course share responsibility for maintaining a positive and professional atmosphere.