Code of Conduct

Our Values

Respect

• Treat all community members with dignity and courtesy

• Value diverse perspectives and experiences

• Use inclusive language in all communications

• Respect intellectual property and original work

Support

• Help fellow students when possible

• Provide constructive feedback

• Encourage others in their learning journey

• Share knowledge generously while respecting course policies

Integrity

• Be honest in all interactions

• Submit original work and properly attribute sources

• Respect the learning process and avoid shortcuts that undermine education

• Report violations of this code when encountered

Expected Behavior

In Course Discussions

• Stay on topic and contribute meaningfully

• Ask questions respectfully and clearly

• Search existing discussions before posting duplicates

• Use appropriate language and tone

When Sharing Work

• Share your own original work only

• Provide constructive feedback on others' work

• Respect confidentiality of other students' projects

• Credit sources and inspirations appropriately

In Community Spaces

• Welcome new members and help them get oriented

• Share resources that benefit the community

• Participate actively and positively

• Follow forum and chat room guidelines

Prohibited Behavior

Harassment and Discrimination

• No harassment, bullying, or intimidation

• No discrimination based on race, gender, religion, age, nationality, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic

• No personal attacks or offensive language

• No threats or violent language

Academic Misconduct

• No plagiarism or copying others' work

• No sharing of course materials outside the platform

• No unauthorized collaboration on individual assignments

• No impersonation of other users

Disruptive Behavior

• No spam, excessive self-promotion, or off-topic posts

• No sharing of inappropriate or offensive content

• No attempts to hack, exploit, or compromise the platform

• No solicitation or unauthorized commercial activities

Content Violations

• No sharing of copyrighted material without permission

• No posting of malicious links or downloads

• No sharing of personal information of other users

• No content that violates laws or regulations

Reporting Violations

If you encounter behavior that violates this Code of Conduct:

How to Report

• Email: conduct@courseline.com

• Platform: Use the built-in reporting features

• Support: Contact our support team directly

What to Include

• Description of the incident

• Screenshots or evidence (if available)

• Names of individuals involved

• Date and time of occurrence

Consequences

Violations may result in:

Warning

• First-time minor violations typically receive a warning

• Opportunity to correct behavior and continue participation

Temporary Suspension

• Repeated violations or more serious misconduct

• Temporary loss of community privileges

• Review required before reinstatement

Permanent Removal

• Severe violations or repeated offenses after warnings

• Permanent ban from community spaces

• Possible course access revocation without refund

Appeals Process

If you believe you've been unfairly sanctioned:

1. Submit Appeal: Email conduct@courseline.com within 30 days

2. Provide Evidence: Include relevant information supporting your case

3. Review Process: We'll review within 10 business days

4. Final Decision: Our decision on appeals is final

Community Guidelines

Discussion Forums

• Use clear, descriptive subject lines

• Search before posting to avoid duplicates

• Stay on topic and be helpful

• Respect different skill levels and learning paces

Group Projects

• Communicate openly and regularly with team members

• Contribute fairly to group efforts

• Respect deadlines and commitments

• Handle conflicts professionally

Networking Events

• Be professional and courteous

• Respect others' time and boundaries

• Follow event-specific guidelines

• Maintain appropriate professional conduct

Instructor and Staff Conduct

Our instructors and staff are held to high standards:

• Provide fair and unbiased instruction

• Respond to student inquiries promptly and professionally

• Maintain confidentiality of student information

• Create an inclusive learning environment

Updates to This Code

We may update this Code of Conduct to:

• Reflect community feedback

• Address new situations or technologies

• Improve clarity and effectiveness

• Ensure legal compliance

Additional Resources

Getting Help

• Technical Support: support@courseline.com

• Course Questions: Ask in designated course forums

• Community Guidelines: Available in your student dashboard

• Accessibility: accessibility@courseline.com

Learning Resources

• Study groups and peer mentoring

• Office hours with instructors

• Resource libraries and additional materials

• Career guidance and networking opportunities

Contact Us

Email: conduct@courseline.com