·[方法指南] Voice and Text Chat: Communicating

[vanessa]

Voice and text chat, in addition to instant messaging, are quickly
becoming preferred ways of communicating with others online. For
language learners, these forms of communication allow users to share
ideas about themselves and the world in almost real time, and students
can establish friendships with people from around the globe, and thus,
it can be an easy way to learn languages and world cultures.

However, care and consideration should be given when finding friends
on the Internet because you really don't know who the person is at the
other end. Thus, always use a nickname when chatting online and never
give out personal information including your age, where you live, and
the name of the school wheryou attend. Also, be careful about meeting
online acquaintances in person, and if you do so, make sure it is in a
public place and go with a friend or family member. Finally, contact
local authorities if you feel you are in danger.

Again, chatting with others can be a fun and educational activity if
you use care when doing so.