A forum is a type of online discussion where you have a chance to “speak” with other members of your class under the guidance of your instructor.
In this activity you will be learning how to participate in an online forum discussion by responding to a series of questions about what you have learned so far. Using the information that you learned in all of your activities, complete the forum module by answering the discussion questions below. After you post your responses, please continue the forum discussion by responding to two additional posts.
Please follow the proper forum discussion policies: Internet Etiquette = Netiquette
1)Be efficient in your posts and emails!
a. Stay on topic!
b. Write clearly, concisely with correct grammar and mechanics (proofread!)
c. Use formatting (bullets, paragraphs, numbering, indents, bolds, etc.) to improve understanding and readability.
d. Post only when you have something significant to contribute to the discussion
e. Avoid “empty” posts such as “I agree” or “cool.” Add to the discussion by explaining why you agree or why you think it’s cool.
f. Post links rather than long, copied passages
g. Use meaningful subject headers and thread topics
2) Maintain academic environment!
a. Use formal and informal styles appropriately
b. Disagree respectfully with the point, not the person
c. Address private disagreements or conflicts privately
d. DON’T USE ALL CAPS! IT’S SHOUTING!
3) Avoid misunderstandings!
a. Consider your audience – all of it
b. Give others the benefit of the doubt
c. Avoid sarcasm
d. Be extra careful with humor
4) Follow rules and laws!
Discussion Questions for “No Taxation without Representation” Simulation
- Do you think it was fair to tax the colonist for the debts of the French and Indian War? Explain.
- Why was this process of taxation unfair? How could this process have been more fair?
- Why would the colonist have used the slogan “No Taxation without Representation”?
- Create a list of techniques used to avoid paying taxes by classmates and colonists. How were the techniques used by classmates similar and different to the techniques used by the colonists?
- Compare (similarities) how the tax collectors were treated during the simulation with how tax collectors were treated during the Stamp Act and other tax acts.
- Contrast (differences) how the tax collectors were treated during the simulation with how tax collectors were treated during the Stamp Act and other tax acts.
- What else did you learn from this simulation?