*_I will be updating my Status to reflect my availability as well. Edit your profile status to indicate if you’re away and for how long (e.g. Your classmates will receive a notification that you are busy. Use Do Not Disturb mode and turn on snooze notifications if you’re asleep or unavailable. :hourglass_flowing_sand: Socialize your availability

If you are busy and cannot provide a full answer, that’s ok! Simply acknowledge the question or ask with :eyes: to indicate you’ve seen it and come back later. Within working hours, answer when fellow students mention you. :raising_hand: Respond with your input, answer, or decision in a timely manner Try to search Slack first before asking someone to find answers. Slack is intended to be our knowledge bank.

Post your Slack etiquette guidelines. Here’s an example you can copy, paste and adapt for a pinned post:.

Create & share your key channels & channel naming guidelines at the beginning of the course – this will help students understand where to post, connect with the right people, and feel empowered to work efficiently in Slack.

Slack status examples