Welcome all! Our class is investigating the use of virtual worlds for higher
education. With the explosion of interest in this area, it is imperative we
move forward in a community that demonstrates respect for all. The
purpose of using Second Life at UCM is education. It is a seductive world,
but we are progressing toward objectives and goals in our classes and we,
students, faculty, and staff, need to work together to achieve them.
You should report violations of the Community Standards using the Abuse
Reporter tool located under the Help menu in the in-world tool bar. Every
Abuse Report is individually investigated, and the identity of the reporter
is kept strictly confidential. If you need immediate assistance, in-world
Liaisons may be available to help. Look for Residents with the last name
Linden. Please copy the land owners on any abuse report submitted to
Linden Lab.
Academic Conduct
All Second Life land operated by UCM units is considered part of UCM. All
The University of Central Missouri academic and student behavior
guidelines, policies, and codes of conduct, including academic integrity
and diversity, are in effect when you are academically engaged in Second
Life as a UCM faculty, staff, or student member.
Selling
Selling items on UCM property is not permitted unless agreed to via prior
consultation with the land owner.
Building
0. Don’t build on other people's property without permission.
0. Do not place an object on your property (should you decide to purchase
any, that will disturb your neighbors.
0. Clean up after yourself when you build or unpack objects that you
purchase or obtain. If you script, watch that scripts don't get out of
your control. This is a real problem with vehicle scripts and scripts
for self replicating objects. Also be careful that what you build has
no effect on your neighbors.
Acknowledgements
This document is a synthesis of information and suggestions by Linden
Lab, The Associated Humans of Second Life, Ed Lamoureux, Simeon
Gateaux, Annette Pohlke, David Simmons, Alexia Hudson, and Gloria
Clark. Many thanks!