Instructions for Participants of the Open Education and Open Science E-Course

To ensure better collaboration, we have defined certain rules of conduct for the e-course.

1. Respect other participants as if they were in the same room with you. Foster a culture of appreciation and constructive dialogue in your communication. Behind every username is a real person – kindness and empathy are key to a positive learning environment.

2. Use professional and clear language. Strive for correct grammar, avoid using all capital letters (which can be interpreted as shouting), and try to express your thoughts clearly. Inappropriate or offensive messages are not acceptable.

3. Stay on topic and be concise. Your comments, answers, and messages should be related to the topic and structured to be understandable to others. You help both yourself and your colleagues by expressing yourself clearly and purposefully.

4. Participate actively and timely. Your activity contributes to the quality of collective learning. Try to check announcements regularly, respond to assignments within set deadlines, and engage in discussions.

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

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

7. Express disagreement in a constructive way. Direct criticism toward the content or idea, not the person. If you disagree, argue your opinion while respecting different viewpoints.

8. Communicate through appropriate channels. For technical and organizational questions, use the designated forums or contact the e-course mentors through official channels. Informal communication is welcome in designated spaces, provided basic rules of politeness are followed.

9. Prepare for participation in virtual meetings. If the course includes video meetings, it is recommended to use a camera (whenever possible), stay in a quiet environment, and unmute only when you have a comment or question. Respect others' time and do not disrupt the workflow.

10. Act in accordance with ethical and legal norms. Respect copyrights, institutional regulations, and applicable laws. Unauthorized 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 where everyone feels comfortable.

What if the rules are violated? In case of non-compliance, course leaders may issue a warning, and in more serious situations, take further steps in accordance with the institution's regulations.

Who is responsible? All course participants share the responsibility for maintaining a positive and professional atmosphere.