Code of Conduct
for the use of online discussion forums
Forums on this site related to the PhD research project, "How marketisation impacts local deaf charities" have been created for professional debate and discussion. This is a space to share thoughts, to pose questions and to help inform the study.
To ensure that the research project forums are a positive online environment, please adhere to this code of conduct for the benefit of all users:
Do not post unauthorised personal information (names, address, phone number, email etc).
Make sure you respect the confidentiality of others and do not disclose any non-public information or personal information without consent.
You are responsible for the content you post
This includes information, text, videos, photos, messages etc. If you didn’t create the content that you post, it is your responsibility to ensure you have the necessary consents.
Respect other users
Set the tone for online conversations by being polite, open and respectful. It is not expected that you will agree with other users at all times. Indeed, debate is to be welcomed. However, it is expected that you communicate your comments in a respectful way. Any abusive, offensive or inflammatory posts or any comments which personally attack any individual will not be tolerated and will be removed.
Be responsive and participate
Please make an effort to share your experience and knowledge for the benefit of the study.You are encouraged to interact with other research participants using these forums, actively participate in discussions and debates, pose questions, and in so doing add value to this academic research project.
Act in good faith when taking part in surveys and discussions
Your comments and answers to questions should be true to the best of your knowledge and belief and genuine e.g. your answers should be your own opinion (and not others) and you should take care not to speed through a Survey or answer each question the same way.
Do not impersonate any individual or entity
This includes, without limitation, the Research Student or an employee of the University of Gloucestershire, or other Site members or otherwise misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity, including by "framing" any portion of this Site to make it look like you have a relationship with the Research Student or that I or the University of Gloucestershire have endorsed you for any purpose.
Do not publish or disclose
You must not release, publish or otherwise disclose or make reference to any Site content in any media without the Research Student's prior written permission.
...and last but not least
Posts or other material which is deemed inappropriate by the Research Student and forums creator will be deleted upon discovery.
If you have any questions or concerns about the forum on this website, please contact me.