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Name a place NOT to talk on a cell phone
Dates, gatherings where family/friends are present who would like your full attention
It is deadly to text when _____
Driving
When watching a movie with others, what types of food-related noises should one avoid?
Why not use a silly email address?
College admission counselors, prospective employers, or others may be turned off
What's best to do if you send someone a few messages with no response?
Stop, they clearly are not interested
Tell something NOT to do on a cellphone
Argue, gossip, bully, send private photos or texts
How do you feel when someone you are with interrupts your interaction to text or talk on their phone?
Ignored, insignificant
What behavior annoys others during a TV show or movie?
Talking, predicting the ending, finding flaws
What message is conveyed when you use all caps?
SHOUTING
In addition to friends and family, who might see your posts/photos?
Everyone; people may use them against you to cyber-bully, cyber-stalk, etc.
When on speakerphone, what do you need to do at the start of a conversation?
Notify the person with whom you speak and all people present in the room
What types of messages are better given in person?
Any negative news (breakup, conflict-related issue)
When people visit, what usually needs to happen to the TV?
Turn it off
Before sending political or controversial content, what do you need to know?
Know your recipient; they may hold different beliefs and/or be offended
Why not use sarcasm or jokes in texts?
People might not understand how you meant it
What is the problem with a long greeting on your voice mail?
Listeners often have limited time or patience
How do most people react to long, rambling messages left on voice mail?
Annoyed, don't listen to full message, mailbox gets full quicker
People expect email responses promptly. You need more time. What should you do?
Send a message explaining your usual response time
What info should not be given as you post about your upcoming vacation?
The dates you will be out of town
When is it okay to forward other people's messages?
Info/photos are private; it's unethical and possibly illegal to forward to others without their permission
In what situation(s) should cell phones be turned off or set on vibrate?
Classes, meetings, concerts, theaters, religious services; wherever ringtones would distract
What is the problem with slang and abbreviations in text?
Recipient might not understand all slang/abbreviations that you understand
Why is it unrealistic to expect immediate responses from your text or voice mail messages?
People are busy and may have other priorities
What action is advisable before sending long attachments or a bunch of photos?
Ask first (storage, data)
You receive an angry email. What's your best first action?
Cool down, take your time, don't respond in anger; ideally ask to talk in person
Why move away from a group of people when talking on your phone?
Avoid disturbing others, protect your privacy
When you leave a voice mail, what three pieces of info should you give?
Your name, phone number, reason for call
What question do you need to ask yourself before sending emails or posting on sites?
Is it okay for the world to see this?
Why not give personal info to someone you think you know in a chat room?
The person may use the info to harm you
What very important part of communication is missing in electronic communication?
Non-verbals: facial expression, body language
Verbals: Tone