Computing - Tuesday 20/10/20

L.O. Can I understand the similarities between online and in-person communication?

Q. What are some examples of how to be clear and respectful to others when you are talking in school?

Some ideas...

• Try to talk clearly  and explain  what you mean if someone doesn't understand
• Listen to what other people have to say
• Take turns talking
• Speak instead of shouting
• Don't make fun of people
• Say 'please' and 'thank you'
• Say nice things to people

Watch the video below:
https://www.commonsense.org/education/tlr-ui/modal-collection-video/2496916

What happened in the video?

What are the differences between the four messages in the picture below?  If you got each of these from a friend, what would you think?

People are increasingly  connecting virtually, through texts and emails rather than in person - we're even having to do our learning virtually!  That's why tone is so important when it comes to sending typed messages.

There are some rules you can follow to make sure you are being clear and polite when you send messages electronically.  

​Complete this activity.

l4-_email_edit.docx
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File Type:	docx

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What changes did you make?

Any of these below?

• Edit the first two sentences  for proper use of uppercase letters
• Correct the spelling of "u" and "rite"
• Rewrite the last sentence to make it more polite
• Add another sentence to conclude the email
• Change the ending "Guess Who" to "Max"

What should you do if someone contacts you online that you don't know?
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What should you do if a friend sends you something mean or upsetting online?