ClassX Video Lessons Youtube Channel Smile and Learn English What is NETIQUETTE? ???? Internet Behavior Rules for Kids ???? Episode 1
Hey there! Have you ever heard of netiquette? It’s a cool word that combines “internet” and “etiquette,” which means good manners. Netiquette is all about being polite and respectful when you’re online, just like you would be in real life. Let’s dive into what netiquette is and why it’s important!
Netiquette helps us communicate better with others on the internet. It teaches us to share our opinions politely and respect what others think too. By following netiquette, we can avoid misunderstandings and keep our online interactions friendly and fun. Plus, it helps us protect our privacy and the privacy of others.
Here are some important netiquette rules to remember:
When you’re chatting with friends or posting online, always be kind. If you’re talking about a movie, for example, you might say, “I think the sequel is better, but I respect your opinion. It’s interesting to hear your thoughts!” This way, everyone feels heard and respected.
Sometimes, messages can be misunderstood. Emoticons, like smiley faces, help show how you feel. For example, if you say, “A wonderful idea!” adding a smiley face can make your message clearer and friendlier.
Make sure your messages are easy to understand. Did you know that writing in ALL CAPITAL LETTERS looks like you’re shouting? It’s better to use regular letters so your message sounds friendly.
When you talk about others or tag them in posts, always say nice things. Never use the internet to insult or make negative comments. If someone is mean online, it’s called cyberbullying, and it’s really hurtful. We should always treat others well, both online and offline.
Netiquette is important because it helps us treat others kindly and respect their privacy, just like we do in real life. By following these rules, we can make the internet a better place for everyone.
We’ve learned a lot about netiquette today, but there’s always more to discover. Stay curious and keep learning about how to communicate well online. Remember, being respectful and kind makes the internet a fun and safe place for everyone!
Role-Playing Game: Pair up with a friend or family member and take turns pretending to be in different online scenarios. One person can be the “sender” and the other the “receiver.” Practice sending messages with and without netiquette. Discuss how each message makes you feel. For example, try sending a message with all capital letters and then one with a smiley face. Talk about which message feels friendlier and why.
Emoticon Art: Create your own set of emoticons using paper, crayons, or markers. Think about different emotions you might want to express online, like happiness, surprise, or curiosity. Once you’ve made your emoticons, use them to practice adding feelings to your messages. Share your creations with your classmates or family and explain what each emoticon means to you.
Netiquette Detective: Become a netiquette detective by observing online interactions in a safe and supervised environment. With the help of a teacher or parent, look at comments on a kid-friendly video or a social media post. Identify examples of good netiquette and discuss why they are positive. Also, find examples where netiquette could be improved and talk about how you would change the message to make it kinder and more respectful.
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Smile and Learn:
Hey! Why are you so happy?
My parents have explained to me what netiquette is. Now I can use social media and talk to my friends on the internet without any worries and while respecting everyone.
Do you want me to explain it to you?
Of course! Netiquette is a set of rules that encourages politeness and respect on the internet. It helps us relate better to other people while expressing our opinions and respecting those of others. It also helps us avoid misunderstandings and problems with other internet users. Thanks to these rules, we can protect our privacy and that of others.
So today, I’m going to tell you about the most important netiquette rules. As you may already know, you can surf the internet anonymously, which means that no one knows who you are unless you tell them. Because of this, sometimes we don’t know the people we’re talking to, and we can unintentionally hurt them. We should remember that what we say on the internet can affect us in real life. This is why it’s important to protect and take care of each other as users.
But in order to do that, we have to communicate carefully. While online, we can give our opinion about any topic, but we must do it with respect and without offending others. Let’s take a look at this example where we talk about a movie:
“Hey, I think the sequel is better. Still, I respect your opinion. I find your thoughts very interesting, and it helps me understand the movie from a different point of view.”
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Sometimes when we write and send a message, someone may understand it in a different way. For example, when we want to communicate something in a friendly tone, it could be unpleasant for someone else. That’s why we use emoticons; they help us make the message clear because they allow us to convey how we feel or express our intention with what we say.
For example, look at this conversation:
“A wonderful idea!”
It’s a good thing that he used emoticons; otherwise, I would have understood the complete opposite of what my friend wanted to tell me.
It is important to write as clearly as possible so that we can be understood. Also, there are some things to keep in mind when sending messages. For example, did you know that when you write in all capital letters, you’re shouting? An awkward situation, isn’t it? Although misunderstandings can be funny, it’s good to know netiquette to avoid them.
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When you talk about others or tag them in your posts, it should always be to say something positive, never to insult or make negative comments. Do you know what it’s called when someone misbehaves online with another person?
Yeah, it’s called cyberbullying. It’s awful. People who struggle with it have a very tough time.
You’re right! That’s why we have to treat others well when using the internet.
Wow, thank you so much for explaining what netiquette is! I had no idea, and it’s clear that it’s very important.
Yes, we need to know netiquette to be able to treat others well online and respect their privacy just as we would in real life.
We’ve learned a lot about netiquette today, but there are still some things we don’t know. In the next video, we will learn netiquette rules that apply when communicating with others, for example, on social media.
See you next time!
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