Dear Candidate, Greetings from National Sanskrit University, Tirupati. Welcome to the amazing and divine world of Sanskrit Language. We appreciate your zeal and enthusiasm in learning Sanskrit. There are few technical details are given below to enable you to join our online class. Kindly go through the instructions carefully and install the required apps in your mobile or Desktop PC. Minimum Requirements Android Mobile with 4G internet connection Or Desktop PC with Intel core i3 processor, 2 GB RAM, Web Camera, Microphone and broadband internet connection For mobile users: Please download the app TeamLink from Google play store and install it. Join the online classroom -: https://m.teamlink.co/2190527620 (click on the link to join class). Rules and Regulations in the Classroom Dear candidate please follow these protocols while being in the online classroom NETIQUETTE GUIDE FOR ONLINE COURSES It is important to recognize that the online classroom is in fact a classroom, and certain behaviors are expected when you communicate with both your peers and your instructors. These guidelines for online behavior and interaction are known as netiquette. SECURITY Remember that your password is the only thing protecting you from pranks or more serious harm. • Don't share your password with anyone. • Change your password if you think someone else might know it. • Always log out when you are finished using the system. GENERAL GUIDELINES When communicating online, you should always: • Mute your Mic and camera. • All worksheets/material related to the course will be circulated to you through email • Dress Code is important. Please wear appropriate dress while in the classroom • Any vulgarity or any content which is objectionable shall not be shown in the classroom • Treat your instructor and classmates with respect in email or any other communication. • Use clear and concise language. • Remember that all college level communication should have correct spelling and grammar (this includes discussion boards). • Avoid slang terms such as “wassup?” and texting abbreviations such as “u” instead of “you.” • Use standard fonts such as Ariel, Calibri or Times new Roman and use a size 10 or 12 pt. font • Avoid using the caps lock feature AS IT CAN BE INTERPRETTED AS YELLING. • Be cautious when using humor or sarcasm as tone is sometimes lost in an email or discussion post and your message might be taken seriously or sound offensive. • Be careful with personal information (both yours and other’s). • Do not send confidential information via e-mail. EMAIL NETIQUETTE When you send an email to your instructor, teaching assistant, or classmates, you should: • Use a descriptive subject line. • Be brief. • Avoid attachments unless you are sure your recipients can open them. • Avoid HTML in favor of plain text. • Sign your message with your name and return e-mail address. • Think before you send the e-mail to more than one person. Does everyone really need to see your message? • Be sure you REALLY want everyone to receive your response when you click, “reply all.” • Be sure that the message author intended for the information to be passed along before you click the “forward” button. MESSAGE BOARD NETIQUETTE AND GUIDELINES When posting on the Discussion Board in your online class, you should: • Make posts that are on topic and within the scope of the course material. • Take your posts seriously and review and edit your posts before sending. • Be as brief as possible while still making a thorough comment. • Always give proper credit when referencing or quoting another source. • Be sure to read all messages in a thread before replying. • Don’t repeat someone else’s post without adding something of your own to it. • Avoid short, generic replies such as, “I agree.” You should include why you agree or add to the previous point. • Always be respectful of others’ opinions even when they differ from your own. • When you disagree with someone, you should express your differing opinion in a respectful, non-critical way. • Do not make personal or insulting remarks. • Be open-minded. Class timing – 10.30 AM TO 11.30 AM DATE - 20/04/2020