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Netiquette, Emoticons & Abbreviations for Online Communications

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Have you ever been in a situation where you were puzzled by an abbreviation or an emoticon (a funny-looking symbol) in an email from a friend and felt too shy to ask for what it stands for? Maybe you have heard some co-worker refer to some acronyms that you have no idea at all? Well, this is the course for you then. In this course, we will explore and examine, in addition to netiquette, various emoticons, abbreviations, acronyms, and etc commonly used for online communications. If you use online communications frequently with friends, family, and co-workers, this is a must course for you. Sign up today!
IACET Authorized Provider Enroll today! This is a self-paced, continuing education, online course with instructor. You have 6 months to complete.
Course Cost: 6 Month Subscription
Course (no Certificate)   =   $30.00
Course with CEU Certificate*   =   $55.00
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Upon completing this course, Netiquette, Emoticons, & Abbreviations for Online Communications students will be able to: * apply proper netiquette 'rules' when engaging in various online communictions * identify and use appropriate emoticons for online communications * recognize and properly use common abbreviations and acronyms for chat, email, and instant messaging * understand the concepts and terminology related to Instant Messaging (IM) and know the various features different IM service providers provide * understand various concepts and terminologies commonly used when discussing communications such as email, chat, and instant messaging.

Students are not required to purchase any textbooks nor any software. All course materials will be posted and presented to students in the virtual classroom. There will also be plenty of online resources provided. The only requirement for this class is a computer with Internet access. If you are reading this, you are all set and ready to go.

 
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Course Description

This course introduces, explores, and illustrates netiquette, emoticons, abbreviations, acronyms, concepts and terminology related to online communications, including (but not limited to) email, online discussion forums, chat, and instant messaging. Students will learn terminologies used in the various online communications tools with definitions, image and picture illustrations. The focus is on netiquette rules, use of emoticons, commonly used abbreviations and acronyms for online communications, and instant messaging.

If you are more interested in understanding how computers work, you might want to take my "Understanding Computers" course. If you are interested in general computing or Internet related concepts and terminology, I recommend you take  my "Understanding Computer & Internet Terminology" course. (All these courses may be taken in any order.)

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Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Define netiquette.
  • Summarize concepts and terminology.
  • Demonstrate using emoticons.
  • Describe acronyms and abbreviations.
  • Summarize instant messaging etiquette, and
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

Course Lessons

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Lesson 1: Guide to Netiquette

This lesson introduces common netiquette "rules" for online communications.

Lesson 2: Concepts & Terminology

This lesson introduces concepts and terminology related to online communications such as chat, email, discussion forum, and instant messaging.

Lesson 3: Using Emoticons

This lesson introduces commonly used emoticons for online communications.

Lesson 4: Acronyms & Abbreviations

This lesson introduces commonly used acronyms and abbreviations for online communications.

Lesson 5: Instant Messaging

This lesson introduces instant messaging (IM) related concepts and terminology.

Additional Information

Course Title : Netiquette, Emoticons, & Abbreviations for Online Communications
CEU Value :

0.4 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

Standard :

Course Adheres to the ANSI/IACET 1-2007 Standard

Accreditation :

Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), 1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 500, McLean, VA 22102.

Languages : English - United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and other English speaking countries
Course Number : 9802
Course Type : Computer Skill
Course URL :

http://communicationterm.onlineclasses.com

Course Rating : Excellent Course! 4 Star Rating
Instructor :

Dr Yaping Gao

Syllabus :

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Grading Policy :

Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive a CEU Certificate documenting CEUs earned

Assessment Method :

Lesson assignments and review exams

Duration : Continuous: Enroll anytime!
Requirements : View Technical Requirements
Course Fee :

Basic Course: $30.00 (no CEU Certificate)

   

with CEU Certificate: $55.00

NOT FOR COLLEGE CREDIT
This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment. This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, certification or educational requirements.

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