Chat+Process+Guidelines

**Directions:**

 * **S****uggest one guideline** to manage or address one of the issues listed. If you think we have missed an issue, feel free to add it as another bullet at the bottom of the list

Chat Process Guidelines:
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 * Provide the timeline. Carol
 * Control discussions that are straying off course--Cathy Stup
 * Summarize outcomes at each stage of the discusson (before moving on or closing the discussion, summarize to keep the discussion on track) -- Liz Stiffler
 * Respect other people and their bandwidth-Albright
 * Set up the chat guidelines - Dave
 * Communicate the goal for the chat. Keep the common goal clear and maintained throughout the chat. Robin
 * Be on time to promote participation and greater learning from and for everyone (so late-comers aren't repeating what we've already covered or missing key points) -but let us be understanding of those experiencing technical issues. - Teresa
 * Encourage everyone to contribute -- Karen
 * Establish the rules of communication up-front - Randy
 * Avoid disruptions-stay focused by not checking e-mail and social media sites -Michelle Silver
 * Learn basic signs and symbols for effective communication - Kelly
 * Allow participants time to reflect on peer responses - Angela
 * Act against any misuse of the facility. --Casey
 * Know when to use asynchronous interactions and when not to. --Karima