If it is a problem with your computer, call a technician. If it is a problem with the course, contact either the online professor or MSU Online. Top of Page Tips for Online Communication Environments Emoticons and acronyms . Too many too often cause them to lose their meaning. Imagine how you would look f2f if you were emoting constantly.
Effective communication is critical to success.
This is even more important in an online environment since your communication will be by writing. Watch your spelling and your sentence construction. Remember, the reader must understand you through the written word. Use the spellchecker. Proofread before you send or attach.