How to Protect Yourself and Panola College Defamation

What is defamation? Published Untrue Remarks Exposing an individual to public condemnation, contempt, hatred

Avoiding Defamation Lawsuits Insert disclaimer in your electronic course stating that you have no

Protect Yourself and Panola Example of a disclaimer: “This is to notify you that

Considerations Don’t require students to publish photos of themselves, addresses, or phone numbers on

Avoiding Defamation Lawsuits Encourage students to treat one another with respect Set standards for

Harassment Issues in DL What is harassment? Conduct directed toward a person which causes

Encourage the Golden Rule How Simple is that?

Be Cyber Smart! Resource FAQ’s and Answers about Defamation http: //www. chillingeffects. org/defamation/faq. cgi

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How to Protect Yourself and Panola College Defamation Online Panola College e. Learning 2013

What is defamation? Published Untrue Remarks Exposing an individual to public condemnation, contempt, hatred or ridicule Damaging one’s reputation Contained in Web pages, email Discussions, chats Social media sites Blogs

Avoiding Defamation Lawsuits Insert disclaimer in your electronic course stating that you have no control over content posted by others Clearly state that messages sent are the opinion of the sender If notified about offending remark, delete statement and apologize

Protect Yourself and Panola Example of a disclaimer: “This is to notify you that materials you may be accessing in chat, discussion, messaging, or unofficial web pages are not officially sponsored by Panola College. The United States Constitution rights of free speech apply to all members of our community regardless of the medium used. We disclaim all liability for data, information or opinions expressed in these forums. ”

Considerations Don’t require students to publish photos of themselves, addresses, or phone numbers on class sites Monitor and facilitate electronic discussions and postings Have a policy posted on your site discouraging offensive, demeaning, or disruptive messages

Avoiding Defamation Lawsuits Encourage students to treat one another with respect Set standards for all electronic communications Model appropriate behavior

Harassment Issues in DL What is harassment? Conduct directed toward a person which causes substantial emotional distress Including but not limited to Gender, race Weight, height Disability, religion Age, national origin

Encourage the Golden Rule How Simple is that?

Be Cyber Smart! Resource FAQ’s and Answers about Defamation http: //www. chillingeffects. org/defamation/faq. cgi Modern twist to an old adage: “If you can’t say something good about somebody, don’t say anything at all – especially online. ” “Imagine a World Without Hate” Video (1 min. 20 sec. )