Dear LM_NET Colleagues,
A little while ago I posted some reasons why it is required that we use a
complete ID when posting to LM_NET. Many of you responded with additional
reasons. (See below for ID requirements if you are not familiar with our
requirements.)
Here are some of the most important reasons that LM_NET members have come
up with as to why it is important to have a complete ID (signature) in
one's e-mail when posting to LM_NET:
Gives a context for your e-mail (e.g., a high school setting vs. K-2).
Some of the questions are generic for any grade level, but others are
geared more to elementary or secondary.
Lets people know some basic "professional" things about you.
Identifies you as a member of a profession or specialty.
Shows pride in the profession and services you provide.
Shows pride in the work you do and where you do it.
Allows people to more easily communicate with you by e-mail.
"Advertises" and promotes school library service.
Posting with no ID is similar to receiving information out-of-context
when you have no point of reference for who has posted the information.
Other members of LM_NET are able to see what state/country is giving them
all this wonderful advice! Conditions vary in different areas and it is
good to know where you are coming from.
And how many of us have seen announcements about jobs, lost books,
meetings or other geographically sensitive messages with no indication of
what state they were from?
It identifies grade level. High school information will not necessarily
be good for K-5.
Often times a request is made for information for a book or subject and
the poster forgets to indicate what age/grade level that for which it is
to be used. If it is in your signature, then people will know.
Some people don't open messages with no subject line due to spam/viruses.
It also gives mail recipients a way to verify that you really exist -
somewhat like some of the reasons that I give students for requiring
citations (so the teacher can verify your source).
Makes people take responsibility for their posts. (One does tend to
think a bit more about it when it is signed).
Your message recently posted to LM_NET...
LM_NET has adopted a policy of required identification within all
messages posted to LM_NET. You should be sure to include your:
1. Name 2. Occupation/Job Title/Worksite 3. e-mail address
Example:
Jo Booksworth, Librarian
Best Elementary, Bestville, CA
JBOOKSWORTH@BEST.K12.CA.US
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Peter Milbury, LM_NET Co-Moderator
School Librarian/CA TeleMentor, Chico HS, Chico, CA
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