Community Guidelines

OpenMirai Community Guidelines - Building a positive, inclusive, and productive learning environment

Building a Great Learning Community

At OpenMirai, we believe that great learning happens in supportive, inclusive, and respectful environments. These Community Guidelines help create the kind of community where everyone can learn, grow, and succeed together.

Our Vision: A world where every learner feels safe, supported, and empowered to achieve their educational goals.

Our Core Values

Respect for All:

Diversity: We celebrate different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences
Inclusion: Everyone is welcome regardless of age, race, gender, religion, or ability
Dignity: Treat every person with kindness and respect
Empathy: Consider how your words and actions affect others

Excellence in Learning:

Quality: Strive for high-quality educational content and experiences
Innovation: Encourage creative thinking and new approaches
Growth: Support continuous learning and improvement
Collaboration: Work together to achieve better outcomes

Integrity and Trust:

Honesty: Be truthful in all your interactions and content
Reliability: Follow through on your commitments
Transparency: Be open about your intentions and methods
Accountability: Take responsibility for your actions

What Makes Our Community Great

Positive Interactions:

Encouraging Others: Support and motivate fellow learners
Sharing Knowledge: Help others by sharing what you know
Constructive Feedback: Provide helpful, respectful suggestions
Celebrating Success: Acknowledge and celebrate achievements
Mentoring: Guide newcomers and help them succeed

Professional Behavior:

Punctuality: Be on time for classes and meetings
Preparation: Come ready to learn and participate
Participation: Engage actively in discussions and activities
Follow Instructions: Respect course requirements and guidelines
Meet Deadlines: Complete assignments and tasks on time

Supportive Environment:

Ask Questions: Don't be afraid to seek clarification
Help Others: Offer assistance when you can
Be Patient: Understand that everyone learns at different paces
Show Appreciation: Thank those who help you
Build Connections: Form positive relationships with fellow learners

What We Don't Allow

Disrespectful Behavior:

Harassment: Bullying, intimidation, or unwanted attention
Discrimination: Treating people unfairly based on personal characteristics
Hate Speech: Language that promotes violence or discrimination
Personal Attacks: Insulting or attacking individuals personally
Mocking: Making fun of others' mistakes or difficulties

Inappropriate Content:

Offensive Language: Profanity, slurs, or inappropriate terms
Adult Content: Sexually explicit or mature content
Violence: Graphic violence or threats of harm
Illegal Activities: Content promoting illegal actions
Misinformation: Deliberately false or misleading information

Platform Abuse:

Spam: Unwanted or repetitive messages
Trolling: Deliberately provoking or upsetting others
Impersonation: Pretending to be someone else
Unauthorized Sharing: Sharing private or confidential information
Disruption: Interfering with others' learning experience

Guidelines for Educators and Instructors

Creating Safe Learning Spaces:

Set Clear Expectations: Establish guidelines for behavior and participation
Model Respect: Demonstrate respectful behavior in all interactions
Address Issues Promptly: Deal with problems quickly and fairly
Encourage Inclusion: Make sure everyone feels welcome and valued
Provide Support: Offer help to students who are struggling

Content Quality Standards:

Accurate Information: Ensure all content is factually correct
Appropriate Material: Choose content suitable for your audience
Clear Communication: Use language that students can understand
Engaging Presentation: Make learning interesting and interactive
Regular Updates: Keep content current and relevant

Student Support:

Accessibility: Make content accessible to all learners
Different Learning Styles: Accommodate various ways of learning
Individual Attention: Provide personalized support when possible
Encouragement: Motivate students to do their best
Celebration: Recognize and celebrate student achievements

Guidelines for Students and Learners

Active Participation:

Engage Fully: Participate actively in discussions and activities
Listen Carefully: Pay attention to instructors and fellow students
Ask Questions: Seek clarification when you don't understand
Share Ideas: Contribute your thoughts and experiences
Collaborate: Work with others to achieve common goals

Respectful Communication:

Be Polite: Use courteous language in all interactions
Consider Others: Think about how your words affect others
Disagree Respectfully: Express different opinions politely
Give Credit: Acknowledge others' contributions and ideas
Stay on Topic: Keep discussions relevant to the subject

Academic Integrity:

Original Work: Submit only your own work
Proper Citations: Give credit to sources you use
Honest Participation: Don't cheat or help others cheat
Respect Deadlines: Submit work on time
Follow Rules: Adhere to course and platform guidelines

Privacy and Safety

Protecting Personal Information:

Keep Private: Don't share personal information about yourself or others
Respect Boundaries: Don't ask for personal information inappropriately
Secure Accounts: Use strong passwords and protect your account
Report Concerns: Tell us about privacy or safety issues
Think Before Sharing: Consider the consequences of what you share

Online Safety:

Be Cautious: Don't trust everyone you meet online
Report Problems: Tell us about suspicious or harmful behavior
Protect Yourself: Don't share financial or sensitive information
Stay Alert: Be aware of potential scams or threats
Get Help: Ask for assistance if you feel unsafe

Reporting and Enforcement

How to Report Issues:

Email Support: Send detailed reports to heretohelp@openmirai.com
Include Details: Provide specific information about what happened
Add Evidence: Include screenshots, links, or other evidence
Be Honest: Tell the truth about what you experienced
Stay Calm: Report issues calmly and professionally

What Happens After Reporting:

Investigation: We thoroughly investigate all reports
Fair Process: We give everyone a chance to explain their side
Appropriate Action: We take action based on the severity of the issue
Confidentiality: We protect the privacy of those involved
Follow-up: We check in to ensure the issue is resolved

Enforcement Actions:

Warning: First-time violations usually result in a warning
Content Removal: Violating content may be removed
Temporary Suspension: Serious violations may lead to temporary suspension
Permanent Ban: Repeated or severe violations may result in permanent removal
Legal Action: We may involve law enforcement for serious violations