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Ethical and Behavioral Standards in Online Communities

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  • Kristine Kirst

    (Grand Canyon University, USA)

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The term “community†once meant a group of people living together in a local neighborhood or perhaps it meant a group of people that met at a certain time and place to talk and enjoy each other’s company. However, the world has grown smaller as technology has advanced, and people are now reaching out via technology and the virtual world to build worthwhile connections. This has given rise to the popularity of online communities. Online communities are formed by people from all different backgrounds who share a common interest or goal (Johnson 2014). Any person can be a part of any community, even if they have never met in person. This link is a blessing and a curse because, while it brings people together, it also brings together their geographical, socioeconomical and even cultural backgrounds. Differences in these can clash and wreak havoc on the sustainability of the online community if guidelines are not outlined. Therefore, the purpose of this paper is to reveal a rationale for ethical and behavioral standards for online communities as well as an overview of how my personal worldview influences said rationale. It will also include a set of standards so both management and participants can ensure a respectful and beneficial community experience.

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  • Kristine Kirst, 2020. "Ethical and Behavioral Standards in Online Communities," Proceedings of the 19th International RAIS Conference, October 18-19, 2020 031kk, Research Association for Interdisciplinary Studies.
    • Handle: RePEc:smo:bpaper:031kk
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