MERLOT Learning Exercises Search - material=90881&backPage=%0A%0A%0A%0A%2Fmaterials.htm%3FmaterialType%3DQuiz%2FTest%26sort.property%3DoverallRating http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ A search of MERLOT learning exercises Copyright 1997-2013 MERLOT. All rights reserved. Wed, 22 May 2013 03:32:59 PDT Wed, 22 May 2013 03:32:59 PDT MERLOT Learning Exercises Search - material=90881&backPage=%0A%0A%0A%0A%2Fmaterials.htm%3FmaterialType%3DQuiz%2FTest%26sort.property%3DoverallRating http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/images/merlot.gif http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ 44 34 The Importance of Considerate Communication Practices in an Online Learning Environment http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewAssignment.htm?id=91627 With more students taking advantage of distance education offerings, it is imperative that both experienced and inexperienced online students cultivate respectful, courteous online communication practices. Effective Online Communication http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewAssignment.htm?id=91607 Inexperienced and experienced online students can benefit from learning about online courtesy. Establishing good online communication skills early on will help avoid miscommunication in the future. Building an Online Learning Environment http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewAssignment.htm?id=91546 How can learners interact effectively in an online learning environment? The first step in answering this question is to understand the importance of a Netiquette Statement as part of the design of the online learning environment. The second step is to develop a Netiquette Statement. The final step