WARNING

18 comments to WARNING

• M Wolff

  April 9th, 2010 at 10:25 am

  catherine.class6
  November 18th, 2009 at 2:55 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In my opinion, what you say and what you do could reflect what a person you are. Thus, if we want to receive others’ respective, what we should do is to be kind and polite to others. As China is a historic country, our ancestors advocated etiqutte and polite very much. Also, we chinese students who receive high education should be more civilizated. So I think it is important for us to matter our words and deeds.

  Prince 15
  November 18th, 2009 at 3:46 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  So I agree with what you say. Except the God, I think everyone is equal and independent. You might have your view and that is only yours, not others’. You, just as other people do, can’t not prevent others’ thinking and comment. So when you see some comments that are on the opposite site of yours, take it easy. More tolerance, more happies.

  Joanna class6
  November 18th, 2009 at 4:06 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  To build a civilized society, we must be civilized people first. Although it is you right to say and write and you are free to say rude words in this society where there is no law to punish you for your disgusted words, but please to be a civilized citizen. No matter where we are, we should pay attention to our behavior , writing and words ,especially in the public. Rude people are not welcome .Now in the university, as graduate students, we should be civilized students and respect our teachers.

  kevin class5
  November 18th, 2009 at 10:06 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  YES,I cann’t argee more about it.As a student who had a high education,I think he or she should be educated, polished, and refined, cultivated.China is striving to create a harmonious society.If the high school can’t up to scratch,how could we request those masses to do it ,and how can the public be asked to that?

  Lynch Class 9
  November 19th, 2009 at 5:17 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I really agree with that we should use a polite way to resolve such situation.It’s usual that we may come to question of disagree with others’ opinions.At this moment,I think we should try to realize the background that why they put forward such thoughts,and then show them our understanding about the thing,let them know why we do not think like them.Even,maybe we can change this situation to be a good communication with each other,what we really need to do is share our thoughts,not insult others with unrespective and crude words.

  Sam-class01
  November 20th, 2009 at 12:28 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It’s quite right.We should abey social manners both in real life and in virtual internet.Respect others wins respection back,and even more.Contrastly,you’ll gain more insulting words with your rude to other one.It’s interaction affairs.

  Alex class6
  November 20th, 2009 at 1:15 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Be polite, which is the basic rule as a human being, should be followed by everyone. Personal attacks are not allowed in debates. If you want to beat down the opponent in debate, it is enough to show out your reasons. However, you will be considered as a rough man if you employ personal attacks. Many people conceive the purpose of debate is beat down the opponent, however, it is wrong. What we should do is seeking common points while reserving difference.

  John.class2
  November 20th, 2009 at 9:22 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Yes, everyone has a right to express his or her personal opinion, but as we are members of the society, we have to consider others’ feelings. I don’t think insult others is helpful to communication, it will only make things worse. Besides that , “honoring the teacher and respecting his teaching” is a traditional virtue of our Chinese people. No matter what, we should show enough respect to our teachers.

  Vera-class 7
  November 21st, 2009 at 8:12 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  The present subject is harmonious China and harmonious world. How can we make it? That needs various efforts. As a graduate student, what I can do is to promote the concept of harmonious yet different. We have to come into contact with different people, crash into different thought and face different challenge and so on. So it is a good way to open you mind to accept innovation. When opinions differ, just listen carefully and speak out your idea, but no vulgar, profane, insulting language.

  Sophia-class2
  November 21st, 2009 at 10:31 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everyone should be polite. We are highly educated people, and we should have good manner. So we shouldn’t say vulgar words. In many cases, we are not only on our own behalf, but also represent our country. If we are rude, some foreigners may think our country is civilized. We should pay attention to our words and deeds. An appropriate objection is good. It is conducive to promoting the development and finding out the truth. But the inappropriate one isn’t accepted. Everyone else would feel uncomfortable. It is not good for the communication.

  Mary Class 13
  November 21st, 2009 at 11:15 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  This reminds me of one sentence in the Bible: hatred of people like to kill them. So we do not hate people. In our life, we will be under a lot of warnings, including the advice of parents, teachers and our friends. But I still believe in the old saying: good advice is hard to the ear.

  Sophy.class15
  November 21st, 2009 at 2:01 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It’s no more good ways than that. Our professor is a good teacher and we must respect ourselves and others. When we don’t agree with what the other people said, we can express the opinions of ourselves, but at first, to be polite and respectful. We are a new generation of our country.

  Sam Class 9
  November 21st, 2009 at 3:23 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I want to say something to those who are radical and easily insult other people.Think twice before you do something extreme and think about the results;Control your emotion and learn to calm down.

  Tiffany class_17_
  November 21st, 2009 at 7:43 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  We Chinese students show high respect to all teachers. We especially show high respect to those with tolerance and tender. There is a famous Chinese saying, ” there are no unteachable students”. If some of these students have admitted their faults and wanted to change, chances are necessary.

  Moon Class 15
  November 21st, 2009 at 10:35 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Problems could be discussed on the condition that we respect each other. Frank views should be appreciated no matter they are right or not. On the contrary, aggressive views will not be accept even they are right. Different peoples have different cultures and the mode of expressions. We should respect each other and advocate harmony.

  Jane_class9
  November 21st, 2009 at 11:37 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In my opinion, we should not speak the threatening words. We should respect others and only in this way, other people will respect us.

  Rite class1
  November 22nd, 2009 at 12:55 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Since ancient times, China was known as the ceremonies. It is Really a sad thing that some persons use offensive language to express their dissatisfied. This is not reason. If someone want to be respected he/she should kindly and friendly to others first.

  Pearl class9
  November 22nd, 2009 at 8:58 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As a student who accepted the high education, I think every one we should have the suitable talk and action in our daily lives. So in the web site we should the same. We read the article and post our comment about the content. It is existing difference opinion in everything. So for some point, we can learn much from the difference opinions. Also we can express our thinking and think what it should be. Only in this way, we can find the problem existed and then find the right answer to solver it. If we refuse disagree, no dispute no advance. And we can’t attack against someone, so these must based on respect and reasonable.

  John-Class one
  November 22nd, 2009 at 9:09 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As a student,and as a man, the first thing we shall do to others is to respect, in other words, be polite. Eveyone of us was born equal and no matter how rich or how poor you are. You have no rights to say or to do something to hurt others’feelings. You may have the rights to state your own thoughts but make sure before you pour it out, it is not harmfull.

  Ben Class1
  November 22nd, 2009 at 10:53 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Editor’s Note:
  It is never appropriate for a civilized person to be rude, discourteous or vulgar, not even anonymously. That is simply uncivilized.

  In the most famous forums or BBS they allow people talk freely to some extent. The phenomenon of rude and insult words is very popular. People can’t learn or know each other in the internet. They can’t behave as a normal citizen. Maybe it is wrong for us as a civilized citizen. This is the difference between internet and real life. If the web site is owned by a private individual especially who is being known each other rather than a public resource. People should respect the owner’s feeling. For example it’s discourteousness for us post insult words in other’s QQ zone. So I think we should be civilized to convey our opinions here.

  Henry Class O2
  November 22nd, 2009 at 11:19 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I totally agree with you. We can discuss things; we can debate on things; we can have different opinions. And we should just focus on these things and agree with others if we found ourselves do not have good reasons. And if we found that we lack propriate reasons, we should not insult others personally instead of agreeing others’ opinion.

  sophia ClassO2
  November 22nd, 2009 at 11:37 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I cannot agree with you more. Indeed, as civilized people (we have already accepted 16 years of education), the rude, vulgar, profane and insulting words should be far away from us. No matter how different the opinions are, everyone has the right to show his view out, nobody should insult others. One can gain respect when he respects others. The most important thing for people is communication, we can share our opinions and even argue them peacefully, instead of insulting others with crude words.

  Hedy-class-7
  November 22nd, 2009 at 12:11 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Nowadays people always pursuit the harmony .In order to construct the harmony society, in my opinion ,the vulgar, profane, insulting words can not been suitable .While as to a same thing, a same question, I do believe different people have different opinions ,may be some are wrong ,some are right ,while this is not the point ,the point is we should make some debate to find the truth.

  Liana-class 7
  November 22nd, 2009 at 12:57 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  The Three Character Classic said: Man’s nature is good. In later life, in order to protect themselves, the people become more and more feint. But I still believe that real thing is still exist. Using the polite way to solve problems, noting the feelings of others when talking… In a word, Standing at each other’s position to deal with the problem, The problem would be solved perfectly. Sending politeness, you will gain courtesy.

  Shirley2_class4
  November 22nd, 2009 at 3:41 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  “Civilized” may mean that you can disagree with the opinion but you should not attack this view or the speaker. When I read some Chinese history stories, I was shocked for lacking freedom of expression in those ancient times. Lacking freedom also means lacking security of lives and properties which lead to a condition that people are out of control of their own destinies. This condition is horrible. So whether a city and even a country is developed, people’s freedom should be taken into evaluating standards. As high quality students, we should learn to respect others, listen to others’ opinions, especially the opponents’ ones.

  Roony class 9
  November 22nd, 2009 at 5:11 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Civilized is the first!I think as a man from SYSU we should pay more attention to our manners.And a gentleman must civilized.Nobody want to communication with a guy who is rude.
  Fortunately,I have not see any uncivilized words in this palce.

  Henry class8
  November 22nd, 2009 at 6:13 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with your opinions. I think we should have our own thoughts when faced with the same thing. It is because that we are unique in the world. Maybe right or wrong are not necessary for us. But reasons of our behaviors are essential.
  I disagree with your point of view, but I also swear to defend your right to speak！

  Lily Y_class 8
  November 22nd, 2009 at 8:10 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  From primitive age to modern age, civilization makes our society to make progress step by step. Nowadays, in our harmony society, I hate the man use vulgar, profane, insulting words. so I am quite agree with Martin’s correct solutions. Thank you!

  Mike class-two
  November 22nd, 2009 at 8:13 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Of course,facing up with a issue,all of us can put up with our individual views,but it is too excessive and aggressive using hateful language.We ought to possess the character belong to us graduate students.What is gratifying is that none of us disobey this virtue so far.

  Crystal class5
  November 22nd, 2009 at 8:36 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I can not agree with you more. In my opinion, what you say is depend on what a person you are. We all have good education and should have higher quality. It’s common that different people have different ideas and we may don’t agree with him (her). But we should express ours in a gentle way. Never try to use vulgar, profane, insulting words, for it’s will make others look down upon you.

  Julee Class 5
  November 22nd, 2009 at 10:56 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  We can talk and show our opinions to others freely,but we can’t use crude or threatening or hateful language.So even your opinions are disagreeable I think you had better not use hateful language. It always happens in our life.For example when we express our opinions that are different from others we can’t use insulting language. We just use normal language tactfully for expressing our opinions. Because each of us has dignity and want to protect ourselves. What you said are whether or not good you had better not use hateful language,remember.

  Serena Class 4
  November 22nd, 2009 at 11:50 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with your opinion. China is the land of courtesy and propriety. As the citizen, we should carry forward the national culture. In our life, we can probably hear many different opinions. We aren’t able to agree with all the opinions. But we must respect the different sounds.

  Sarah Class17
  November 23rd, 2009 at 12:39 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I don’t think EFL is a modern day Trojan horse in China, and also I don’t think linguistic imperialism is a struggle for power. In late Qing Dynasty, Chinese governor became aware of the importance to learn English .Nowadays ,from primary school to college, English is emphasized as the most important foreign language. But it is not a Trojan horse in China, instead, it is just a tool to connect and communicate with the international world.

  jelly13
  November 23rd, 2009 at 9:39 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  this tell us that we should remain a objective attitude toward everything. If you don’t like someone ,please do not let that interfere with your decision; If there are some person who make you argry,please do not let the argry affect your judgement.let us keep open attitude toward something we dislike;let us keep justness,honesty in order to expell partiality,hatred.

  Raul class9
  November 23rd, 2009 at 10:59 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with what mr martin said , we are the people who received high-level educated. We should do everything in a polite and cultivated way.

  Sophie class9
  November 23rd, 2009 at 12:24 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I can’t agree more.I think we should show our good etiquette to others.We can’t do wrongs things which make our country humbling.we can put forward a proposal in a right way.

  Will-Master class 2
  November 23rd, 2009 at 1:33 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In my opinion ,if you want to comment something or somebody ,first think over 3 seconds, What do you have known about it, maybe just a little ,ok ! you can take a quiet attitude. Do not speak casually without depended things .

  Betty Class2
  November 24th, 2009 at 9:20 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Nowadays, everyone has rights to said something publicly expressing their own ideas and feelings. It’s so democratic. But sometimes, some people think that it is already a democratic society, so they could say anything what they want, even uncivilized words and behaviors to other people who disagree with them. I do not quite agree with these people. In a such open-talking society, even we disagree with other people’s views, we could not attack personalities.

  Daphne class2
  November 24th, 2009 at 1:14 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I always don’t like those very much that talk billingsgates no matter in reality or on the web.I don’t like quarrels and I hope dissenters can calm down to sit around to discuss or even debate with each other in stead of brawl and conflict. Everyone knows that there are one thousand hamlets in one thousand people’s mind,and we understand and take it for granted.So far as all the disagreements are reasonable,we allow or even encourage all to exist and compensate each other.It’s exactly as Deng Xiaoping said”let a hundred flowers blossom and a hundred schools of thought contend”.Contrary views,dissent and debate are welcome, which bring the world inspiration and innovation and make the world develop.
  In fact,it’s not common for Chinese to talk dirty words in public.Howerer,since the internet became popular,more and more net friends’ve sworn when they post a thread in the forum.They thought no one knew who they are whatever they did.They are completely wrong!One’s elegance and purity contain both inner and outer aspect.Therefore,please watch your language and action,and please be civilized!

  Angela Class 18
  November 24th, 2009 at 2:32 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As a human being, everyone should be polite. Everyone is free to express his own ideas. It’s sure there will be different ideas, because we are independent individuals, we have different brains. We should respect others’ views. We couldn’t say something vulgar, profane, insulting, disgusting towards others, just because we can’t agree with others’ viewpoints. We have no rights to hurt anyboby in any way.

  Tom-class 7
  November 24th, 2009 at 5:07 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It astonished me that there are some students who unexpectedly use foul language on this web page. As we know, China is an ancient civilized country whose people have a tradition of politeness. What is more, we are postgraduate students who are a group of well-educated in China, what we act stands for our country. So, I am ashamed of those guys. Though you do not agree with others, you should respect them, for it is human right. So I think the rude students should have self-examination.

  Bill class 5
  November 24th, 2009 at 7:23 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I do support the idea that Stick to the issues and stay away from attacking personalities .we are all highly educated and those who are not civilized should be rejected .The people who use vulgar, profane, insulting and otherwise disgusting posts disrespect both the teacher and students .Of course ,I do believe that only a very few people would do that .

  cartor 17
  November 24th, 2009 at 10:18 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Making a good environment for post is really important.
  Anyone should act politely before making a post.Let us keep justness and keep calm when a debate arised.

  Joson15
  November 24th, 2009 at 11:00 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  If we want others to respect us, we must learn to respect others first. Respect is a virtue of human being. Just as Voltaire said , “I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it.”

  christine class5
  November 24th, 2009 at 11:29 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think we should use a polite method to solve such situation. We can be conscious of the severity of the situation. As a student who got a high education, I think he or she should reflect on the behavior. You don’t respect people and will not be respect by people.

  ChelseaClass16
  November 25th, 2009 at 12:05 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I cannot agree more with what Professor Martin said. We have rights to speak what we want to. But as civilized citizens, we should debate or discuss in polite ways, avoiding hurting others，because people have equality before everything.

  toms class2
  November 25th, 2009 at 1:34 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think we should respect our teachers, and I think our teacher Martin Wollf is very excellent, he teaches us very carefully, his knowledge is very profound, though sometimes our professor is strict with us., I think it is very good to us, so that we can get more knowledge ,and improve our English more rapidly. For me, I thanks him very much, he make me know more things. So, when we post a comment, we first think we are a Chinese, a civilized Chinese, no matter whether we agree or disagree, we should keep civilized for ever.

  Fiona class2
  November 25th, 2009 at 4:09 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As the old saying ,if you could not be a good person ,not to mention be a talented person. China is well known as a country with so much courtesy,and in the impression of foreigners chinese are very shy and conservative .what amazed a lot was the letter threatering professor mailed by a anonym ,I cannot understand why he have done such a stupid thing ,neither good for his english nor his personal quanity. But above all this phenomenon is good thing for the study of Professor, in this moment of 21th century,it is a good thing whether someone is in favor of or objective to you, even if face insults .

  vivian5
  November 25th, 2009 at 4:54 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I cannot comprehend why a postgraduate student consider freedom of speech as thinking without morality. How ignorant! As a human being who lives in a civilized society, each of us should takes good will, respect, forgiveness. People without respect will not be worthy of respect by others.

  Selina Class 2
  November 25th, 2009 at 8:23 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everyone has the right to express his opinion, but the way to put it across is highly important.
  At first, we should respect the person that we are talking to. Of course the words we used must be amicable and enlighten. China is a state of ceremonies, and we are the successor of our country. So as a postgraduate, we must do better than everyman.

• M Wolff

  April 9th, 2010 at 10:26 am

  mabel_5
  November 25th, 2009 at 9:51 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everyone has the right to express their opinion freely, but not the personal attack. The former can enlarge our field of view, make us know the world more clearly, and we must accept it gladly and wholeheartedly convinced. The latter only hurts us, make us painful. We must reject it immediately.

  steve class 18
  November 26th, 2009 at 10:53 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Reading the instructions above a word with Chinese characteristics occurs to me: cynic (the angry youth, FenQing in Chinese). They are a group of people who love China excessively, even the shortcoming of its policy. They love China blindly. Also, they defy almost everything comes from foreign countries, even the advanced conception. They hate foreign things blindly. They are energetic and ebullient. No matter who complains China, they will launch out. Sometime, they will even attack personalities and be disagreeable. I do not agree with them. First, China is famous for civilization. They say they love China so much but why they are not civilized everywhere? Second, we progress by taking the advanced conception and abandoning the bad one. Could we progress when we are stuffy?

  Ann class14
  November 26th, 2009 at 1:45 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Yes, what you said is a good display of your quality. When you use crude, vulgar, insulting language, please remember, others are laughing at you. So when you disagree with other’s opinion, just state your own view. Do not be too radical.

  smith-class2
  November 26th, 2009 at 1:56 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Civilized manners, is the basic requirement for everyone. Everyone has his own idea, can do what he wants to do, say what he wants to say. But all of these must be under the conditions that you will not hurt others . As a student, we should respect others, especially our teachers. Speaking juron, is very impolite, even very rude. This is my opinion.

  John-class 3
  November 26th, 2009 at 6:48 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everyone has the freedom to express themselves,and there do exit disagreements or disputes on heated topics sometimes,but everyone is entiled to air his opinion only on the premise of showing due respect for others.It’s a basic principal to be a good-behaved man.Nobody would like to stay with or work with a person who is often lippy and offensive.Besides,We Chinese often say “to consider something as it stands” just show us the other proper viewpoint.Something would be said should just point to the thing inself but not a special person.

  Jasen hao class1
  November 26th, 2009 at 6:59 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In our society, everyone usually has the right to give voice to different ideas. I like to hearing different ideas, which will help us have a good understanding of things. But, I hate to hear talking trash. You have the freedom to express your ideas, whereas, you don’t have the right to attack others, even though, you have a good pretense. We live in a civilized society, so we have to obey the civilized rules.

  yolanda class14
  November 26th, 2009 at 7:13 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As is saying :”every coin has two sides!” we ourselves have our own opinions. I think polite is very important, but now many people are not aware of its importance. We should respect eath other, this is the essential polite. So I am agree with you. Don’t use rude words to attack at others.

  Will class1
  November 26th, 2009 at 7:21 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think as a man, we must learn how to respect others, we must know thanksgiving, we must show philanthropy and mercy.
  That are what I have engraved on my mind, and something I am trying to do well.

  Klein Class 13
  November 26th, 2009 at 7:44 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everyone has the freedom to express his idea and shows his disagreement with others. But we should respect others even though we don’t agree with him. I think personal insult in a debate is not polite and it can not solve any question.

  Tenson Class14
  November 26th, 2009 at 8:12 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  We must sake of discussion,no personal attacks. This is a person who has received higher education should know and perform. Everyone should be polite and civilized can our country be a civilized place.

  Henry Class O2
  November 26th, 2009 at 8:31 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with these article very much. In my opinion, everyone can have a different idea. But one should respect each other anyway. We should not attack another person with differnet idea but discuss with s/he with the problem, see where the differnce is.

  Lively_Class2
  November 26th, 2009 at 9:32 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I always think that vulgar, profane and insulting will do nothing but tell people that you are a rude one. Once a person starts the personal attack, it means he can’t tell the evidence to hold his idea in the debate. He is a loser when the insulting words come out from his mouth. Everything can be talked in peaceful way. And this is a principle we must hold on.

  Nancy 2-class7
  November 26th, 2009 at 10:34 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I like to have a debate with others about one topic. I always like to know the opinions which are different from me. It always brings me inspiration and makes an overall consideration of the matter. So as same as you , I can accept debate、contrary opinions. But the Vulgar, profane and even insulting language is intolerant. It is a problem of bearing. I do not want to talk with someone with bad moral standing. It is terrible.

  Jean Class two
  November 26th, 2009 at 11:31 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Different countries have different cultures and customs. Americans are often frank about displaying both positive and negative emotions on the street and in other public places. But in our countries ,openly displaying annoyance or anger, yelling, arguing loudly and so forth is considered ill-mannered. We should conform to our custom and be a civilized person.

  Emma class7
  November 26th, 2009 at 11:32 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  People are different; points of people are different too. Everything is different. We can understand ourselves through different points of others. To be civilized need to respect every person first especially the person who have the different opinion from you. Attacking personalities is not right action, which make you will not be respect by others. It is not an easy thing because realizing and admitting your own fault is hard.

  Tiffanny-Class 8
  November 27th, 2009 at 7:29 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Whereever we express our own opinions, we should never express them by insulting words.For the one thing it is unpolite. And for another, it hert the people whose opinion you object.
  But it don’t mean that we should never give out our own opinions which are different from others, we should express them appropriately and politely, which needs skills of speaking.

  cindy-class2
  November 27th, 2009 at 10:36 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everyone have different opinions on different issues, it is ok if some one hold the opposite point to others, cause everyone has his own way of thinking, but no matter what you think, you should express it in a proper way, show respect to others, do not hurt people’s feeling, this is a basic quality of a human being.

  Maggie class5
  November 27th, 2009 at 2:10 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I totally agree with such opinion. Everyone has the right to express their own ideas freelly. Maybe we have quite opposite point or we cannot agree with those ideas, but there no excuse to attack personalities.

  amy-class 7
  November 27th, 2009 at 2:58 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Of course, each person has different cultural background, different upbringing experience and different living environment, all these factors lead us to think some questions in different angles. So different opinions’ existing is normal.

  Linda class5
  November 27th, 2009 at 4:52 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  The meaning of Harmonious Society can be understooded in this way .in chinses character”harmonious” stand for “everyone is feed,and everyone has right to express his own idea”only in this way,can we promote the development of creative minds,which are very vital and needed to chinese race.maybe it is the real meaning of “freedom’ So keep your courage and express your ideas loudly

  Kenny Class4
  November 27th, 2009 at 5:37 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everyone is free to express his/her own opinion, but everyone hates disgusting words. Using crude or threatening language is an improper way to express your feeling no matter how angry you are. We are high educated students, using hateful words is humiliating youself and your own country.

  JasonClass4
  November 27th, 2009 at 6:36 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Because of different background, everyone has his own opinion. We can has different views on the same things but must stick to the thing not attack personalities.

  Linda-class7
  November 27th, 2009 at 7:04 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Yes, everyone should not say rude or hateful words to others even if they have bad relationships from my point of opinion. In my view, everyone has their reasons for that, but I think it’s wrong. When you were angry with somebody, firstly you must test yourself, whether you were right or wrong, the things you have done were right or wrong. Should you say these words to somebody?
  In addition, I think sometimes when you are fronted with good friends; you can say rude words to somebody, because they can understand your sadness and happiness. For others, sometimes your words can make them realize their faults, but please don’t say scrannel words to anyone in public places, which will hurt them heavily.

  Lorna-Class 4
  November 27th, 2009 at 7:07 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  The eastern and western cultures are of great differences, so there should be no surprise to any afflictions between foreign teachers and Chinese students. I think if we communicate in conditions that we respect and care each other, we can get very well with each other. What’s more, foreigners are greatly welcome by most Chinese people, because we need friends and important roles are playing by them in our development. Not only technologies they bring to our country, but also good conceptions and communication tools, such as languages.

  Lizy class1
  November 27th, 2009 at 7:24 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  People have different opinions because everyone has his own personalities. I agree with Professor Martin, we must respect others even we don’t agree with them, so when we express our own idea that oppose others, we must show our respect and be civilized, so others can listen to us carefully even they won’t be persuaded by us. “Different schools of thought should respect and complement each other. Academic exchanges should be promoted”(Deng Xiaoping) . If in a discussion, everyone insults each other, we can image what a chaos it would be!

  Christina-Class 2
  November 27th, 2009 at 8:07 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Civilization is the traditionally treasure of china. That means it’s not merely a whim but a habit. That requests whatever happens, man must treat it objectively and don’t impulsion with vulgar, profane, insulting. Also everyone knows this principle, but not everyone comply when meeting something specially. But we should clam down when disagreement happened at least, then response to it, and do not with action or words of vulgar, profane.

  Jack Class1
  November 27th, 2009 at 8:42 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  There are a thousand Hamlets in a thousand people’s eyes. Everyone has his/her right to agree or disagree and express his/her different ideas. I remember a famous professor once said that：I disagree with you，but I support you. As Chinese idiom says，all rivers run into sea. A country which only can accept different cultures to be a great country，also，a man who only can contain different views to be a great man. In ancient China，I do not think its people had free speech，had rights to express different views against emperor’s decisions. But in contemporary society，Chinese government must allow its people to express their different ideas，of course，people who want to say must notice his diction，to be a polite people，not a Vulgar, profane man.

  Sofia class 17
  November 28th, 2009 at 10:44 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I don’t want to analyze why they spoke out such unhandsome words. It is not the point. I think in our life the first thing to learn is to respect others. Don’t say that I am too conservative. We can not judge a person conservative or not based on this. From past to present, it is kind to be polite when communicate with others. We are always saying self-respect and the best way of self-respect is the way you deal with peoples. Please always remember that respect yourself, or no one else will respect you.

  Pince Class 13
  November 28th, 2009 at 11:44 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  At the begining,to be honestly,I hated Professor Martin to some extent.Because his pointviews conflict with mine.He said our nation was so bad to some extent and veryoften flied into range.Most of us cann’t tolerant his such behavior.I feared in class at the begining.But now I don’t fear at all.Because the class atmosphere is harmony and I enjoy the class.The most important reason is that I know more about Professor Martin as I attend to his class.He is strict to us and of course,he is also a responsable teacher,a good teacher.If we don’t attend his class,he will make another class for us.I have never had such a responsable teacher.I gain a lot benefit from him,especially in teaching.Maybe there are different arguments from mine.

  Tom class15
  November 28th, 2009 at 12:44 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think most of us mistake the concept of debate. The science get its advancement under strong debate. But the debate is about what the other people advocate, not about the people himself. That means one can argue about the different points but not attack the person who give this point. They are two different concepts. So we should be a civilized student and should not attack other people.

  Brian class16
  November 28th, 2009 at 8:08 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with the viewpoint “Stick to the issues and stay away from attacking personalities.” When we have discrepancy in some issues,we’d better negotiate with others patiently without speak speak vulgar words,even you have some prejudice against someone.We must learn to control our temper,don’t let your vulgar words destory your reputation.
  We ‘d better take ourselves as a gentleman and do everything carefully.

  Yolanda Class9
  November 28th, 2009 at 9:48 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  “Stick to the issues and stay away from attacking personalities.” Everyone has the freedom to express his idea and shows his disagreement with others. But we should learn to respect the others, even though we don’t agree with him/her.

  Michael-class two
  November 28th, 2009 at 9:49 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with that everyone have the right to express your own opinions.But you should konw that we are a person living in the societ. We can not ignore the other’s feeling.Especially us ，we are highly educated student.We have the ability to use the better way to express our views.

  Arthur class2
  November 29th, 2009 at 12:27 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Each person can have different views, but the expression is tricky. At least I thought so. when you meet a different point of view, especially the tit for tat one, i hope that we can slove it maturely, excitement and temper can not solve the problem. The only solution is to exchange!

  
  Jimmy_Class2
  November 29th, 2009 at 11:21 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think how to disagree some opinion is a problem for us. We just obey the rules and orders for a long time. And we don’t disagree what we really disagree. When we have the chance to disobey something, we have no idea how to disagree. So I think it necessary to learn how to disagree as Martin said above.

  Gary.class01
  November 29th, 2009 at 12:01 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  We should keep an attitude of peace to debate in here. All the man have the right to express his or her opinion, but haven’t the right to hurt others. We join in here, not for abuse or fight, but for resolving the problem if it is. So keep your mind and you will be respected.

  Ivy class 1
  November 29th, 2009 at 4:16 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Maybe due to the great pressure in the society we living，a lot of people turn to show their anger on the net 。Debate cant avoid and more and more hatred were involved。Such as personal attacks ，insults maybe other server things we have never been heard of。
  I think that as the evolvement of our culture our civilization should go with it two 。we should have our opinion of course but we also should respect others even if we don’t agree with it。Reasonable debate may facilitate the ideas but we should avoid other unkind thing happen，because it’s useless but hurting others feelings and you too。

  Jaime_class9
  November 29th, 2009 at 4:41 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think that “Stick to the issues and stay away from attacking personalities” is right. We have freedom of speech and expression, but we should respect others. We should not swear others.

  John16
  November 29th, 2009 at 7:52 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  The different opinions are may be good ideas,but you should express them properly.Now the society is a civilized one.The comments we post can be seen by all our classmates,so if you post crude things they will laugh at you.We all should be a agreeable person,so please pay an attentin to what your said!

  lily_class7
  November 29th, 2009 at 8:19 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Each person has his/her rights to express his/her opinions that are different to others’.However,we should also respect other people and other people’s ideas.So the polite and civilizd words is important for us.Usually,changing the position to understand each other is a good way to communicate.

  Eric class5
  November 29th, 2009 at 8:27 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I have a belief that every one should respect others first before ask to be respected. And to have the freedom of showing our opinion doesn’t mean to have the freedom of hurt others by our words. Why an uncivilized student can talk about civil rights or other civilized topic and ask for being respected? Unbelievable.To respect the teacher is a Chinese tradition which I think we should stick to.

  Zoe class2
  November 29th, 2009 at 10:51 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  When Professor Martin Wolff said in the class that some students post impolite, profane, insulting and otherwise disgusting comments on the CHE, I was really very shamed for them. It’s unbelievable and unreachable to me. All of us are proud with that China is a state of ceremonies. Postgraduate must be more polite than others because they have received higher education. What they have done just reflect cowardice in their heart.

  Kelley-Class Three
  November 30th, 2009 at 9:16 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think the reason for this is very correct. First, we must respect others, in order to be respected by others. This is a mutual process,just like you use money to buy things you needed. As we all know,everyone has the freedom to comment on, but can not harm the interests of others, this behavior is immoral. As long as each of us had done his own business properly, the whole society will be more harmonious.What’s more important，we must to develop our own moral values. I believe that,as long as personal qualities be increased, he or she will not done anything wrong.

  Tonyb Class15
  November 30th, 2009 at 10:37 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  We must believe that vulgar, profane, insulting and otherwise disgusting words couldn’t solve any problem. When you said these words to those who you just not only hurt someone who you want to complain but meanwhile you hurt yourself. We know that President Franklin Roosevelt often count from one to ten before his want to blow off steam to his subordinates and this way usually make himself more sensible. We are all well-educated and high-quality people. Our words and actions should be consistent with our quality, these not only reflects your own self-restraint and a gentle disposition level, but most important, these actions embody a country’s civilization and a national dignity. We advocate freedom of speaking but reject personal attacks and abusive languages, why your IP was banned please make yourself first and figure out the reason why? We allow different views but not personal attacks.

  Vivi class13
  November 30th, 2009 at 11:59 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Today’s society is a society of freedom of expression,everyone can express oneself freely.Of couse, everyone has his own point of view that different from others’,we can tell our opinions to others sincerely,but Vulgar, profane, insulting and otherwise disgusting words should not be used.No mater whom you speak to,we should respect him.Only by respecting others,can we get others’ respect.

  Edward Class2
  November 30th, 2009 at 4:09 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  There’s no reason for a postgraduate student in SYSU to post something vulgar or personal attacking. We had received higher education, and we were expected to be civilized. I totally agree with you in this point, professor.

  Tony_class9
  November 30th, 2009 at 5:07 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Don’t think that speak such as Vulgar, profane, insulting and otherwise disgusting language is very proud. Now many young man think speak disgusting language that is more popular in modern society. Though Society advocates of freedom of expression, Premise is not personal attacks on others. China has long history of five thousand and the ceremonies. We should speak language civilized

  Vincent-class14
  November 30th, 2009 at 10:20 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with it. Everyone can freely express own opinions including agreement and disagreement, but previously you must show respect for others. Don’t profane or insult others. Let’s become civilized persons in modern society.

  Tom-class3
  November 30th, 2009 at 10:30 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Professor Martin is right. DENG Xiaoping once said that “It’s not that we have too many debates and discussions among persons of different opinions, but too few.” Yes, debates and discussions should be encouraged among persons of different opinions, but there should not be some vulgar, crude, threatening insulting or disgusting language during our discussion with others.

  Dennis Class5
  November 30th, 2009 at 10:34 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I am so surprised at these students’ vulgar actions.We have grown up to mature adults and that means we must be responsible for our words and behaviors,moreover, we are postgraduates of one top10 university in China. We should set an example to other people.Different opinions are absolutely right,but they should be expressed in proper ways,not condemnation,even attacking personalities.

• M Wolff

  April 9th, 2010 at 10:27 am

  Zoe class5
  November 30th, 2009 at 10:49 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree that the way of expressing our opinions should be polite. Everyone has his own idea about what he reads and thinks and different person has different view, but we should take responsibility for our comments. So we can hold different opinion as well as express in a polite way.

  John Leo class7
  December 1st, 2009 at 4:23 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Be polite is the basic of a civilized person . Chinese have the good manners to other people and as a Intellectual we must be a model of other people. Whenever we disagree others , we can’t interrupt his or her words without permission. And use crude, vulgar, insulting language can never be used because it’s no use at all except show your rude. That’s very serious problem. Good manner is always good .

  Nancy 3- Class 7
  December 1st, 2009 at 1:02 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  There is an old saying in China when translated literally is, “You don’t need to be loud to be listened to, only if you are reasonable”. Everybody has the right to express his ideas and you will be agreed on if your opinion is worth. Nowadays, people are getting more and more intolerable to disagreements. I think the only reason is that people are more and more anxious in seeking approval to make sure that he is a valuable human being in the world. We can not really blame them for this, for it is really easy to lose your identity in such a fast changing world.

  Terry Class17
  December 1st, 2009 at 2:07 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I support to Professor Martin’s views. Everyone is equal, so it is our freedom that we could hold our own opinion individually and it is illegal that someone enforces his/her own ideas to others. I strongly despise someone who does harm to others by talking rubbish or threatening because it is too silly to do that. It is of my opinion that whatever you are accepted or not, as civilized people we should respect other people’s choices.

  Brown Class15
  December 1st, 2009 at 2:45 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  After read the article,I thought a lot about it .Everyone has human rights .Everyone has right to tell others what his or her opinion is .But the right is different from the personal attack .The right can make to listen to some different voices .It can enlarge our field of knowledge .Personal attack can hurt us only .It can make everyone uncomfortable and painful .We must reject it .

  Stacy-Class2
  December 1st, 2009 at 4:41 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It is a common phenomenon that some students lack of politeness and do not show regard for others, although respecting others is a tradition of Chinese people. As graduate students, we should realize that respect others is much more important, because it is said that: he that respect not is not respect. What’s more it is student obligation to respect for teachers, since teachers teach us so hardly. As professor Martin said above, we should be civilized in everything we write, only in this way can we create a harmonious and friendly learning environment.

  Ruby Class 6
  December 1st, 2009 at 5:45 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think you are right.Everyone has the right to say anything but not include crude words which will slander other one.It is just like the old said, I do not approve your viewpoint, but I guard the right which you speak .

  Shirney Class7
  December 1st, 2009 at 6:50 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with you.Being polite is a virtue for everyone.When do not make agreement about something,we could not use crude words to others.

  Elaine class5
  December 1st, 2009 at 8:24 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As a colleague student, to be polite is the most basic quality one needs. It is the right for everyone to express what he or she wants to say. So, you can disagree or object, but it is not to say that you can insult or slang someone who has the opposite ideas. Therefore, if you have different opinions, express them in a civilized way.

  Frankie class3
  December 1st, 2009 at 10:54 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In my opinion，using those Vulgar and profane language is just a way to express you anger. When we hate someone seriously bout we could do nothing to make the situation better，many and many people will choose this way to make them feel better. Sometimes，it’s not easy to control our emotion. Of course，as graduated students，they should try another useful，and civilized ways，without using those rude words or act as a rude person. We can express our opinion and different points，but civilized and elegant language and manner should be chosen，and always reject personal attacks.

  Sharon class15
  December 1st, 2009 at 11:11 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with Professor Martin’s opinion. Things have multi-faceted in nature. There is difficult for a person to fully understand a thing. So it is important for us to learn from other people’s views and share with others. With reform and open in China, people now get the right to free speech a free press. But it doesn’t means we can attack personalities and use crude language, when our ideas are different from others. We can’t ensure our opinions are absolute right, or others are absolute wrong. Sometimes, we need debate. But we should be a civilized person, courteous and respectful to express our opinions to others. Only in this way, can we establish a healthy freedom of speech environment.

  Sam class 17
  December 2nd, 2009 at 10:37 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Expressing views in a polite way is the basic virtue in every country. You can tell us your opinions, thoughts and suggestions, but not giving the personal attack. It’s welcomed to listen to different voices, in this way, we can make the work go more smoothly. The method we choose to deliver our ideas and advice is very important to get the respect and appreciation of the acceptor. Also, that won’t raise the issue of incivility and impoliteness. Thinking about matters in an objective way and being rational will lead us to much better communicate with others. Conflicts can be avoided. Opinions are extremely favorable, but should be conveyed in the appropriate way.

  peter13
  December 2nd, 2009 at 12:45 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  We need different views,and need debate.But we need respect too.If we want obtain othere people’s respect,we should respect othere people.

  Helen class 18
  December 2nd, 2009 at 12:54 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everyone has right to express his or her personal opinion. It’s common that different people have different ideas and we may don’t agree with him (her). However we should express it in a right way . Sounds great does not mean that makes sense. When we express our pinion we should considered others feeling and speak in a civilized way. We are highly educated. We know what we should say and what shouldn’t say. Now China has opened to the world , more and more foreigners come in China . We may encounter them at any time .In these cases, we are not only on our own behalf, but also represent our country. Everyone doesn’t want to be look down on others .So we must speak respectfully to prohibit this.

  Shelly class O2
  December 2nd, 2009 at 7:51 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with Matin’s view. Every people has the right to express his opinion,but it doesn’t mean that he can speak everything he wants. Sometimes some people’s opinions are quite different from yours. You think they are wrong or even ridiculous. You can object them in a right way. To say something vulgar, profane or insulting won’t make others respect you. It will make you known as a vulgar people. If you have different opinions, just try to express them in a civilized way. And most of the Chinese are polite and don’t lose Chinese’s faces by being impolite.

  wendy class16
  December 3rd, 2009 at 12:41 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  There are two completely the same in the world, so different thoughts and views, different actions and different feelings are produced. Everybody has the right to express their opinions freely, but don’t forget the precondition that is one can’t hurt others. It is a basic requirement for a civilized man to respect others, especially our teachers. Debates are welcomed by using polite words and any crude or threatening language should be eliminated. A person who doesn’t know how to esteem others is also looked down on by others.

  M Wolff
  March 14th, 2010 at 4:01 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  STUDENT EXPELLED -

  LIVINGSTONE OR LIVINGSTONEHUE FROM SHAANXI PROVINCE (Xi’an International Studies University) OF CLASS 8C, SCHOOL OF CHINESE LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE, WAS EXPELLED FROM MY CLASS TODAY FOR USING PROFANITY, VULGARITY AND MAKING THREATS OF PHYSICAL VIOLENCE.

  SYSU IS ONE OF CHINA’S TOP TEN UNIVERSITIES AND THERE IS SIMPLY NO EXCUSE FOR SUCH UNCIVILIZED BEHAVIOR FROM A POST-GRAD STUDENT.

  claire class 11C
  March 14th, 2010 at 4:44 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  First, I want to thank to martin who gives us a platform to know something that I never heard before. I think it is good for opening our eyes and enriching our knowledge. Second, thanks my classmate for sharing your ideas with me. It really promoted me and tell me a lot. Last, I think quarrelling is bad. Can we judge someone who is right by quarrelling or attacking him on the web? No, the truth will always light. So let us brace the truth through thinking discussing with other people.

  karlson Class 10C
  March 14th, 2010 at 4:55 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  That is to the point.All of us have the rights to express our idea and this rights should be respected and protected.
  You can play joke on others but should not be out of line.Once you break the bottome line it can be considred as insulting.

  
  Irene Class 10C
  March 14th, 2010 at 5:06 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Sorry to hear that. But the words he posted are not only inappropriate but also demostrating that he didn’t really read through those threads.

  Shirley Class 16C
  March 14th, 2010 at 5:12 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Although everyone calls for freedom and each democratic country tries their best to guarantee freedom of speech for the people. However, as the old Chinese saying goes,“Nothing can be accomplished without norms or standards.”We couldn’t get absolute liberties without contributing to fulfill our obligations. The same story goes referring to the materials mentioned in this article. Besides the requirement, it also represents that we are well-educated grow-ups by expressing our different opinions in a polite way. We should seek common ground while reserving differences, just as Deng Xiaoping had said about education ,“A hundred schools of thought contend.”Only in this way can we expect a harmonious and civilized society in this multi-cultural world.

  MaryClass11C
  March 14th, 2010 at 5:26 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I trust that our are goodness, our language is civilization. Network is invented, but our action and language are realistic. I think everyone want to be polite .We hate profane ,attacking, disgusting and vulgar language. Everyone has rights to express his or her opinion, but we should respect other . If you respect other people, other people will respect you .

  Jennifer Class 12C
  March 14th, 2010 at 6:09 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  We should be civilized in everything we write on the internet. There are no same lives in the world. Everybody may have the different opinions on the same thing. We should listen to the other’s voices. Everybody has the right to express different opinions. So we should respect each other.

  Jessica class 9C
  March 14th, 2010 at 6:50 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with Matin’s view.Everyone has the right to express himself,but how to is a question.It means that when we can speak something we should take more care about our manner.It not only respect oters but ourselves

  Elsa Class 3C
  March 14th, 2010 at 6:57 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I support what the author says. This website is just for comments, which can provide us with a lot of new viewpoints. And I think it is good for us to broaden our horizons. So the unfriendly words are unwelcome in order to keep a harmonious environment. Besides, as a highly educated student, one should civilize his words and actions, getting away from being educated idiot.

  Nicole class 9C
  March 14th, 2010 at 6:58 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with the saying is that one who wanting others to respect him has to respect others first.Thank you.

  Harry Class11C
  March 14th, 2010 at 7:09 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Seeing this ,I remember someone said that :‘although I do not agree what you said, I still respect your right of speaking’,it is rather right, everyone who live in the civil world should know that and practice in all aspects of our lives ,especially in the public area .we ought to realize that ,no two persons in the world would hold a same opinion ,because the experiences of growing up is different ,nor the structure of knowledge 、religious value and so on .That is why we should go to school, to learn how to respect others, and learn the skills of collaboration, which is more and more important in the global times. Without these, we can not succeed as our expectation.

  Emily1 Class14C
  March 14th, 2010 at 7:10 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It is a common sense that people get angry or upset when you talking rudely or vulgarly to them, instead of being understanding and listening.
  But on the other hand, there are always impoliteness in the world. Like the world has light and dark.Besides being polite to people, we also need to learn how to deal with the people that are not polite to us properly, but not lose our temper and get rude as well.

  Ryun Class15C
  March 14th, 2010 at 7:14 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I am very much for the position of this warning. Everybody has his or her natural right to live his or her own way of life only if his or her deeds violate neither laws nor convention. Perhaps you don’t completely like Professor Wolff’s style, but you must never make a personal attack on him. Because such a behavior is so illegal and so uncivilized. It ought not to be present in even the most undeveloped college in the whole world. On the other hand, actually Professor Wolff’s teaching method does be useful sometimes, I feel—-I read carefully the guidance and the beginning materials of our workbook.

  Jeff Class 13C
  March 14th, 2010 at 7:20 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  China is a country of etiquette.I think many people especially the most of college students growing under this cultured spirit.China Holistic English web is a place for us to share opinions，discuss news happened over world，make friends with all corners of the country.So I agree with you that polite people are welcome here.We should use amicable language to make life better.
  By the way:I am so sorry that I used the nick name Jeff in last comment ,but I think I should use Jeff Class 13C so that you can know which class I come from.sorry again.

  Tom Class 16C
  March 14th, 2010 at 7:29 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  No matter how controversial a problem is, the only way we should take to argue is a civilized one.

  Daisy Class 4C
  March 14th, 2010 at 7:38 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  EDITOR’S NOTE: IN AN ATEMPT TO GIVE THE STUDENT A SECOND CHANGE, THE DEAN HAS BEEN INFOIRMED OF THE EXPULSION AND REQUESTED TO REASSIGN THE STUDENT TO ANOTHER CLASS.
  
  I totally agree with Martin’s opinion in this article.
  Meanwhile, I feel sorry for some students who have been expelled from Martin’s class. English is a required course. If being expelled means failure in this course, they may be not able to graduate with a degree’s diploma.
  An ancient Chinese saying goes that “Ren Fei Sheng Xian, Shu Neng Wu Guo? Guo Er Neng Gai, Shan Mo Da Yan”. (It’s Pinyin and the main idea is: The common human being is not God and nobody can avoid making mistakes. Nothing would be better if one realizes his/her mistake and spares no effort to change.)
  I think they’ve learnt a lesson and will behave politely in the future. Also, we will pay more attention to our comments and behavior.

  By the way, after wrote the above words, I googled on line and found the translation of the ancient Chinese saying is “Men are not saints, how can they be free from faults? A fault confessed is half redressed.”

  Steve Class 1C
  March 14th, 2010 at 7:47 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Why do we debate with each others? Not to win, but to reach the truth. We discuss about an issue with our classmates, teachers, parents and friends, because they will express their real and insightful thought to us from which we can learn a lot. They are not our enemies. And a generous and harmonious atmosphere of argument is beneficial for all of us. Civilization means resolving conflicts by a gentle manner, not but by insults and threats.

  Kathy Class4C
  March 14th, 2010 at 7:51 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Yes.We should respect others.You can have a different opinion,and you can express your opinion politely,but you should never attack others’opinions with insulting,vulgar words.If we respect others,as well as their opinions,they will also accept us politely and happily.

  Freda Class 1C
  March 14th, 2010 at 7:54 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Yes,everyone should respect others and be respected by others.This is a kind of traditional virtue.I think something should be done to resist the barbarism for the development of our society.

  Erick Class6C
  March 14th, 2010 at 7:56 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  What a startling thing I ever heard!I am sorry to hear that above.Maybe the student just was confronted with something unforturely or confusingly and took this passive mood to the class to which this incident should attribute.
  Nevertheless,respecting teachers and the elder is always the traditonal merit of Chinese.On the other hand,facing the matters,whatever it is good,bad,annoying or impatient,you must calm down first and then figure out it in the best way.These is the reasons why the speaker say every one can comment objectively,positively and freely,but the fundermantal fundamental rule-no vulgar,profane,insulting and threatening language-can’t be violated.And I don’t know the details about this incident,so,good luck to everyone.

  Shirly Class 9C
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:07 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  There are a thousand Hamlets in a thousand people’s eyes.It’s common that different people have different opinions.We should learn to listen to different voices.Maybe sometimes other’s opinions are difficult to agree.But first of all we should calm down, think them over and examine ourself critically,which will help us to do better and improve.By the way, if we want to express our opinion, we shuold do it in a pilote and rational way.

  Rebecca Class8C
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:09 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Sometimes,somedody’s behavior is terrible!But that’s not all of us.Every one of us should learn to respect others,no swearing no bad language.

  Sally Class 3C
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:13 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  We know that people may have different attitudes towards the same issue. We can express our ideas to others. Sometimes debate will help us to learn the issue better. But it is important for us to be polite. Hateful or dirty words are not welcome. It is not a right way for us to do that. Because it just tells others you are a rude person. And it will be harmful for you to win the respect from others. As a result, we should know what we can say and what we can not say.

  Tina class 4C
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:15 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Be civilized and polite is the traditional virtue of our chinese.whatever we say and do,we should consider others’feeling and respect others.Although we have the right to say freely,we can not attack personalities. What’s more ,we are adults,we should konow what we should say and what we should not say.so just be civilized in everything and be a polite man.

  Evelyn
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:16 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  WOO!It sounds great that warnings can be commented too. It might be SAFER to polish our words a little bit bearing all those cultural taboos and personal attacks avoidance in mind. We are here for sparks of opinions of different kinds. I think every piece here is like refreshments, sometimes like a cup of bitter yet scented coffee, sometimes a glass of purified water, and sometimes cookies that needs long-time chewing. And all of these urge me pondering. So I’ll keep on commenting and meanwhile getting wiser thoughts from my fellows. Most importantly, I shall obey rules here.

  Jane Class 10C
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:19 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It is our responsibility to be civilized and build our school a “green campus”.Now we are building a harmonious society.So we should to be civilized students.Then how should we do?“Do not use crude or threatening language. Do not use hateful language.Be civilized in everything you write.” This is one thing we must follow it. Besides this,we also need to respect others, protect environment,study hard and so on.I agree with the author.

  Jennifer Class15C
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:25 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It is right that everyone has the right to post their comment with their opinions.But nobody should use crude words. There is an old saying, I do not approve your viewpoint, but I guard the right which you speak.But I think it will not include crude words and impolite saying.We should have talk in a rational way!

  Robert Class 14C
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:25 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Professor Martin has set several rules with quite important significance,which is also very essential.Actually there are always coming out to no ending,personal attacking,or personality insulting,when we have some topics to discuss but didn’t give restrictions first.This web should be an communicating space for people from different countries,where we also can improve our english ability through thinking,expessing,writing with english,we need to control ourselves for no-control talk.

  Bill Class 15C
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:25 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  This announcement deserves our attention. We always say that China is a nation of etiquette. We are proud of that. Unfortunately, nowadays, it is very difficult to find a Chinese BBS without any vulgar, profane and insulting posts. When we have a conversation face to face, we usually talk in good manners. However, when we surf the internet, some think they are invisible, so they behave roughly, even use threatening language. There is no doubt that China used to be a nation of etiquette. Nowadays, is it or not? It is a question for us to ponder over. I do hope we can offer a positive answer to Pro. Wolff. He has great expectations of us; we should not let him down.

  Lisa Class 6C
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:25 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Nowadays, the society is a personalized open one which can integrate different opinions and comments. However, “personalized” doesn’t mean that society doesn’t need etiquette at all. It is very important to remember that you are dealing with a “real” human being who has thoughts and feelings just like you. If your comments are attacked by vulgar, profane, insulting and otherwise disgusting words, What will you feel about this style? So, we should use our very best manners all the time – just as we did at home or at school.

  Sophia Class 4C
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:27 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  We need thing in itself, not personal attacks. We would like to remind ourselves from time to time. However, surf the net and communication in reality is different, men are easy to be relentless emotional and say vicious words on net.
  In addition to the warning, I decide to follow these rules:1. be aimed at seeking the truth, not fight. 2. will not do personal attacks. 3. maintain the theme. 4. use evidence during the debate. 5. do not persist in the error. 6. record comments. 7, try to understand other’s thought.

  Keaton Class 14C
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:37 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  This warning, in my opinion, is the fundamental moral rules of communication, no matter which language you use. Though it is rather simple, it actually reminds us something important we have always neglected—-communicating in a respectful, civilized and unbiased way. I will keep the principles in mind when communicating and discussing with my friends, teachers, parents and etc.

  Robin Class 6C
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:40 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Of course, for the different cultrue background and different experience we always differ in ways of expressing and opinions,thus we should be tolerant of all kinds of viewpoints ,be open to all kinds of comments,disregards of his/her standpoints,complexion, status and religious belief,in condition of don’t hurt others with vulgar, profane, insulting words.Because it’s hateful in the civilized society.

  Sylvia Class 16C
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:46 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I sincerely wish this website be a good place for us to communicate with each other. Anyone whose words are polite and civilized should be respected and the thoughtful opinions should be complimented. Maybe it’s a good chance for the shy students to change their habits of practicing mute English. And it may also become a condition nice enough for them to bravely share their ideas with others.

• M Wolff

  April 9th, 2010 at 10:28 am

  Alice Class 12C
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:47 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I will keep this instruction in mind.
  Zoey Class 10C
  March 14th, 2010 at 8:50 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Just now I read the e-mail about one student being EXPpelled. Why the requirement of comment on some policy issues will evoke such intense reaction? I am wondering.
  During my growth, I have almost never encouraged a single teacher asking students to comment on some sensitive hotpots of China publicly. It seems to be not safe enough for teachers or students to announce their personal political viewpoints, especially about some taboo. If one criticizes some action of the government publicly, or evokes people around against the main stream, he/she may be asked to “drink tea” by “relevant department” one day.
  I am not here to say that the professor is “retroactive”, drawing us students into “danger”. When the first time I saw the topic, such as “Taiwan”, “Dali Lama”, I felt shock for the writer’s courage. At the same time I felt lack of security that whether it was proper to discuss such topics on the website. Obviously, as the professor said himself, the website would be seen around the world. After I read over the whole article, I felt much better and shamed. The opinions in the articles are objective and thoughtful. Although I am a Chinese, and even a post-graduate student, I don’t master much historic or political analyzing performance to my own country’s situation. I could not make a pertinent comment on the issues. Such a way of improving English expression capability is fresh and meaningful for me. It forces me to learn more phrases and words in order to express some complex meaning.
  I have talked about myself too much and almost forgotten the reason of writing this passage. Once an English teacher told me that, every new semester, they would receive plenty of complaints on the foreign teacher. As far as I am concerned, there may be two reasons. First, the lack of security to make comments on sensitive issues stops students talking frankly and informally. Making comments becomes an obligatory task. So when the homework becomes more and more, complaints will become more and more. Second, the threads are written by a foreigner, an American professor that is strict and even harsh. His identity is a sensitive origin. Usually, foreign teachers don’t talk about the Chinese political issues or cultural comparisons. But this time the professor not only does talk, but also shows a serious attitude towards the comments from students. That leads to two consequences. On one hand, the comment assignments can’t be treated “so-so” as well as others. On the other hand, someone may feel uncomfortable or even angry for the comments or criticism from a foreigner. The latter could be the reason of the compelled student. Unfortunately he/she chose a wrong way to let off his/her emotion.
  In my opinion, if you find the homework too much to afford, you can have a choice. Find a suitable position for yourself in the English study. You can require yourself to be excellent, or just be so-so. Although the professor is strict, no one can force you to study except yourself. In addition, I know it is hard to meet a serious teacher nowadays. No matter how you dislike the teacher and his/her teaching style, you could hardly change the circumstance. It is better to adjust your own attitude and accept the teacher’s style than to complaint. What is more, focus on the thread itself. If you treat the foreign teacher just as a teacher, or even a person, then you can read the article calmly.
  Lindar Class 6C
  March 14th, 2010 at 9:01 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everyone has the right to express their personal views, but the precondition is not to hurt other people. We can disagree with other people’s point of view, because every person is an independent thinking body, we have our own views, but can not attack other people’s views, as this will destroy the the harmony of the world. Anyone’s point is worthy of respect, worthy of being taken seriously.
  Robert Class 14C
  March 14th, 2010 at 9:15 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Professor Martin‘s rules about what is allowed here in this web and what is not,it will help us focus on the core of topics ,at least I believe that. While the restriction give me an chance to rethink GOOGLE’S issue,which has been over-interpeted by mass media,think-tanks and other organizations around the world.
  The fact is that there is no country leave internet without restrictions,though the formats are diversificated.
  Such restrictions keep something vulgar, crude,profane, insulting away, just as Professor Martin intend to do here.
  Jo Class 12C
  March 14th, 2010 at 9:25 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Be a polite student and be a polite Chinese!I will remember that!
  Crystal Class 2C
  March 14th, 2010 at 9:49 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I could not agree with you more. Everytime I come to an English course, I always tell myself that I come here not for English but to share my ideas. I like discussing issues with different people and there is nothing about personal attacks.
  Kenneth Class13C
  March 14th, 2010 at 10:08 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  TO pro. M Wolff:
  Sorry to hear that. Thank for trusting us SYSU postgraduate.
  I agree with your view. We college students should be civilized in everything we write. Every person has the right to express his/her opinion. All of us should know this saying,” I do not agree with what you have to say, but I’ll defend to the death your right to say it. ” But it does not means one can attack personalities and use crude language. So, if you have disagreed with others, you should express them in a civilized way.
  Tracy Class10C
  March 14th, 2010 at 10:10 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Internet bring lots of benefits to our daily life .You can play as much as you like, whenever you like, and it’ll be free to play.Instead of just uesing it to play games，I think we should try to be good at learning from the Internet.You had better not browse malignant information ,pretect youself from bad things.When we talk to strangers online ,we shoule be honest and friendly in communication ,do not insult or defraud others.The good order of the network will be builted by ourselves.
  Eric Class 6C
  March 14th, 2010 at 10:11 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  We live in a free world, everyone has the right to express anything he or she likes. While our world is also a civilized society, everybody should learn to respect with others. Everything is reasonable. So the different debate should be respected no matter you are agree with or not. And the personal attacks will never be accepted.
  Stella Class 3C
  March 14th, 2010 at 10:17 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with you. As a student, especially postgraduate student, we have to be responsible for our words. We are always told not to attack personalities no matter where we are. We should be polite and civilized. As the old saying goes, “You should respect others then you could win the respect from others.”
  Eric
  March 14th, 2010 at 10:21 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As we all know,politeness is a basic quality one should have,especially to be a postgraduate student.Our views can be different,but the one we should be the same is politeness.Only in this way,we could have a harmonious atomosphere to debat questions we face.You kown the difference means progrss,so we must respect different views. So we should show the quality one postgraduat student should have. Wish us have a good time here.
  Susan
  March 14th, 2010 at 10:22 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  After reading the article, I absolutely agree with the views mentioned in it. Yes, everybody has the right of expressing his or her opinions on certain issues, however, his or her words should not be the weapon which attacks other people. We have to admit this: to some extent, it is these various views and horizons that make this world colorful and diversified. From another perspective, diversity makes creativity! And creativity is the origins or even engine of the world’s advance. America sets us a good example. As we all know, America is famous for its democracy and free speech. Thus, Americans can express his or her opinion whenever and under any circumstances. Consequently, Americans are regarded as the most creative people in this world and its economy rank the first class. I think that is the point we Chinese people should learn from USA.
  Susan Class13C
  March 14th, 2010 at 10:30 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In the field of anthropology ,there is a disciplinary view named” cultural relativism” which means every culture has its value and originality,we can not use our own value system to judge the others.When we give our views to one issue,it also works.we can have different thoughts,and no one is right or wrong .In this article ,we are also required to be civilized , not to use crude words to hurt the feelings of other people. I think even the author don’t give this warning,we will also civilize our behaviour because we are receiving higher education and our world need harmony .
  Jodie Class 12C
  March 14th, 2010 at 10:35 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I totally agree with the opinion above. We will face many people who hold different views in our daily life. These are often not offensive but just common expressions of their own opinions. So in order to be respected, we should learn how to respect others first.
  Connie Class12C
  March 14th, 2010 at 10:37 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I will keep all the rules as you mentioned in the article. During these days, I skim over some comments by different students about the articles which are sensitive topics like “Taiwan” “Dali Lama” and so on. Some of them are full of personal opinion and intense in language. I know they have widely insight and try to persuade others. Maybe the purpose will be reached easier by sufficient reasons in stead of vulgar, profane, insulting words without aggressiveness.
  Fritz Class 16C
  March 14th, 2010 at 10:40 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Vulgar, profane, insulting and otherwise disgusting posts must be rejected in any forum. Personal attacks can’t be welcome. I think it is a normal sense for any civilized person and doubt is it necessary to discuss on this kind of topic. What a shame for the people who have produced the topic!
  Jane Class 16C
  March 14th, 2010 at 10:47 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think everyone should read the warning carefully and remember it. No matter in which country, and no matter which side you represent, respecting the others is the best way to get respect to yourself.
  Carol Class 12C
  March 14th, 2010 at 10:51 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I’m sorry to say that I was not used to update my e-mail and read many of the information Martin sent me timely. So the comments are late. From this thread on, I’ll open my email account in time and post in English regularly.
  Rober Class 11C
  March 14th, 2010 at 10:51 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Each of us has the right of freedom of expression, but it is only in the academic context. We cannot attack other people, nor can we use vulgar language to insult others. We should bear in mind that we are civilized and should learn to respect others.
  Lisa Class 13C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:02 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  EDITOR’S NOTE: HE YES HE CLAIMS THAT NO APOLOGY IS NECESSARY.

  I don’t know whether this boy(How could I know it was a boy?In my opinion,a girl would rather keep silence instead of using physical violence,especially Chinese girl .) will feel sorry about what he has done.However,it’ll never be a clever thing to show one’s personal temper and strong dissatisfaction in a wild way. We are in the modern society where civilized communication and good manners are welcome.Peace and development are the two important themes in the world.As a postgraduate student,he could not forget this spirit.Yet,we still remember that there is a Chinese common saying—“A prodigal who returns is more precious than gold”.If the student honestly admit his fault and sincerely promise never do it again,maybe we could consider giving him one more chance.God love people and also love people who realize his wrongful act.
  Jackclass9C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:03 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  From my standpoint ,attacking personalities reflect that the man who critism acturely is snotty.waht’s more, personal attacks except resulting no-ending arguing and quarels nothing can it make.When we focus on the same issue we ought to hode a clear and calm brain,more importent,a lawyer heart .Because what we disgust is to make the truth out, not to make the matter become messy. So vulgar, profane, insulting and otherwise disgusting posts should be rejected!!!

  Do not use crude or threatening language. Do not use hateful language.
  Levin Class 15C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:05 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with the rules completely, we know that there is so much rubbish information on the internet, all kinds of people could send their own materials to internet arbitrarily, and many of them are harmful to people’s psychological health.
  So just as like your point in the article, we should be civilized when posting our comments on every web, even though you are not being known by other netizen. But as autonomic people, we should know our obligation for ourselves and others.
  Levin Class 4C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:10 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Different people may have different opinions on one thing, and debate is common when different opinions come across. It is a kind of art to express opinion contrary to others. It is valuable to show respect, and persuade others using facts, reasons, logic, rather than personality assault. At the same time, I am convinced that my schoolmates are virtuous, essentially.
  Sue Class 13C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:13 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I’ll remember it . We can disagree with someone’s opinions,but we can not attack personalities,because we are civilized students.
  Lisa Class 5C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:26 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Nothing can be achieved without rules and order，we should follow and remember the rule. Professor Martin reminds us this truth. At the same time, we can post our comments on the site in a civilized way , and in the such process to improve our English.
  Grace Class12C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:31 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with the point of view that everybody should express opinions politely.Coarse language must not use in our communications.Courtesy are basic guidelines.Respect for teachers is students’ most basic courtesy guidelines.
  Bill Class 15C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:32 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  This announcement deserves our attention. We always say that China is a nation of etiquette. We are proud of that. Unfortunately, nowadays, we can easily find a vulgar or insulting post in a Chinese BBS. When we have a conversation face to face, we usually talk in good manners. However, when we surf the internet, some think they are invisible, so they behave roughly, even use threatening language. I do hope we can create a healthful network environment here.
  Joe Class3C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:37 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It seems that we can not come to an aggreement on some issues.Acctually it seems like that we stand in different sides.It is normal because we grew up in different environments and we may have prejude on the other.But I am not sure about that.We both are hard to be persuaded.It doesn’t matter. I just hope we both can have some influences on the other through the communication and arguments.
  Emliy Class 3C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:37 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think it is not right to use crude language .We have rights to comment everything in whatever way we like,but the way you express in will show what kind person you are. Language is an art.We must learn it day after day to express ourselves more suitable and improve ourselves .
  Fiona Class 2C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:37 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Just like we talk about the freedom in the society, martin’s rule is very necessary. We always say everyone is equal and has freedom in the society, but we also need obey the laws. So, in this website, we can express our opinions freely, but this rule is necessary.
  Oray Class 6C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:45 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Yes, I see. Thanks.
  And thank you for all the opportunities you have offered to our Chinese students. Here, I promise you that I will make good use of it and try my best to let people from western countries know much about our Chinese culture and the young generation of our country.
  Jenny Class 11C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:45 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  EDITOR’S NOTE: IT IS SAID THAT IGNORANCE IS BLISS. I DO NOT THINK THE EXPELLED STUDENTS THINK THE WARNING IS MEANINGLESS. YOU SHOULD HAVE READ THIS ENTIRE THREAD BEFORE MAKING SUCH AN IGNORANT POST. BUT YOU DO HAVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE AN IGNORANT POST.

  In my opinion,this place is a free platform.we can express ourselves with our own voice.we are adult ,much more all of us accepted high education.So I think it is no need to warn.Our nationality is civilized and konw how to respect people.SO ,Please take back your warning.The warning is quite meaningless.
  Andy Class 4C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:49 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I totally agree with the passage’s regulation. When we are living in the world ,we must observe the rules strictly .Then we can make good efforts to finish our jobs which can be accepted and appreciated.Life just likes a game ,so everyone should obey the rules in the game .The rules include behavior language attitude and so on. Therefore we have opportunity to express our opinions and emotions through the Holistic English , we should pay more attention to our ways and contents of comments.
  David Class 2C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:50 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It is quite necessary, I think, for all of us to comply with this rule of not using crude or threatening language, in order to create an equal and friendly atmosphere for our English discussion. We are free to talk, to express our opinions, to share our understanding with others, and we are free from being attacking personalities, which is required for our freedom. Principles should kept by every one of us.
  Susan Class16C
  March 14th, 2010 at 11:52 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  EDITOR’S NOTE: NOT JUST ONE STUDENT. THAT MAKES THREE THIS SEMESTER. UNBELIEVABLE!

  Being sorry, worried, lucky, or nervous, such complex feelings come to me with such a WARNING. I am sorry to hear that one of we graduate students in Sun Yat-Sen University had behaved in so unbelievable a way that making threats of physical violence to a professor. As everyone knows, our college is one of the top ten universities in China. And then, how can others respect this honor when there is a student who made threats to his teacher?
  I am worried that it is not easy to make a proper comment to the threads with those sensitive topics in China. It needs a worldwide horizon and basic knowledge of history, politics, society, and so on. It also needs an impersonal attitude which is harder for Chinese students who are in youth with an exaggerated national emotion. The world is objective while subjective emotion of everyone’s exits objectively. But it is always not a good excuse for someone to give loose to his emotion which based on hurting others’. It is not easy to transcend the control of emotion but not impossible.
  It is lucky that I have seen the WARNING. I am still having chances to learn how to express myself without being disagreeable in a better way. It is an art. Talking freely while being civilized is a way to the art of life, especially for we graduate students who have accepted education for years.
  I am still nervous as the first day. Every moment is time for courses’ studying and learning to be a person. I can’t lower my guard.
  Mary Class 9C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:00 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everybody can express his or her opinions,at the same time he or she must use the appropriate way,the radical or even uncivilized language would be unwise.Even if the diffierent views,but also should clam out.There is a Chinese sentence:attacked language by a June cold,moderate language by a warm winter.
  Dave Class 4C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:10 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Yeah, I agree. We should not attack personalities even with different opinions. It’s a principal problem. It seems that we are not accustomed to contrary views by others. For instance, though we have many universities but the diversity between individuals is not significant. The study and job pressure promote us to be the same person as the teachers and employers want. This thought sometimes becomes an obstacle for our development.
  I think China Holistic English is a good platform for us to discuss and learn different ideas, which itself is a meaningful thing. We should protect this atmosphere and do not attempt to violate the rules.
  Zoe Class 4C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:10 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  China is a state of ceremonies. Undoubtedly, everyone has its own opinion and has right to express its standpoint. But in the process of expressing, the Politeness Principle should not be neglected. I think the author’s request is reasonable. We have received higher education in school, so we ought to respect others and pay attention to etiquette.
  Betty Class 3C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:16 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Be civilized in everything. I do agree with this. With the growth of economy and culture globalization, we have more access to different kinds of cultures and it is normal that everyone has his or her own opinions about those things. Although it is our freedom to express ourselves, it is necessary that we should do everything with the civilized ways. Any well-developed economy must go accompany with its healthy civilization.
  cathy Class 5C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:17 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Someone’s talk can reflect his refinement.Using insolent and rude language won’t gain others’ respect. Let’s create civilized language environment.
  Pheebe Class 11C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:20 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As far as I am concerned, different people have different ideas because of different culture, knowledge and experience. It is those different ideas that promote our world to move forward. Therefore, we should express our opinion politely, rather than use crude or threatening language to attack others who have different ideas with yours. We should remember to respect anyone who are different from you, and China is a polite and free-acedemic country forever.
  Amy Class 3C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:21 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As adults, I think we have the right to express our opinions freely, but first of all we should show some respect to the opinions that are different from ours. Of course we can criticize the different ideas, but we can’t insult the ideas’ speaker. Yeah, we should be civilized in what we say. We are not babies, we are adults. So we should be responsible for our words and actions. If we just think we are still young and should be forgiven for the wrong things we did. Then it will be a biggest mistake.
  Andy Class 2C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:22 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  EDITOR’S NOTE: IT WAS NOT INADVERTENT. THERE WILL BE A SECOND CHANCE IN ANOTHER TEACHER’S CLASS.

  I am sorry to hear that some of classmates are driven out by the professor. Everyone has the rights to express his or her opinions, as long as he or she are telling a fact but to deliberately to attack others. Maybe my classmates told something radical, I believe they are inadvertent, so I hope the professor can give another opportunity to my classmates
  Tim Class 4C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:32 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As an old saying goes,”Nothing can be accomplished without norms or standards.”In my opinion everyone should obey the rules while commenting on the website.Although we are free to express our views,the precondition is that we should never hurt others.I think we all will get a lesson from this incident.
  Carol Class9c
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:35 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  eveyone has right to express his point of view ,but must be civilized. civilized level of people has a direct effect on social development.
  Bob Class12C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:47 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In my opinion, as a postgraduate student in SYSU, we should do everything keeping this belief in mind “Do what we should do as a SYSUer ”. We should be polite with others. Although we have the right to express our own ideas, but we should express our ideas more neutrally, not to go to extremes. Everyone is equal in this world, everyone couldn’t input his opinion on others’ mind. Every culture has its value and originality, there is no absolute judgement about one issue. We had better use more kindly language to express our feelings.
  Bessie Class 5C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:55 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  people from different culture background always hold different view about the same things. All of us need to forgive other’s mistake or misunderstanding. When all of us try to consider about the world on other’s perspective communication will be easier. So we need to forget personal mood and focus on the topics.
  Danica Class 1C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:58 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  If without rules, we’ll be savage! Everyone comments is want to be read and let other people know your own view. If your comments is disagreeable,vulgar,profane,insulting, people read it after would think you are a person just as your comments, vulgar. So, remember this warning when you comments.
  George Class 1C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:59 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It is no doubt that any constructive debate entail tolerance of others’ different views, assault on personality, satire and so forth just serve to hinder participator go more and more far away from truth. You have rights to express your own opinions but do not have right to make others silent, liberty and freedom is won by self-discipline rather than by defeating your opponents.
  Cecily Class 2C
  March 15th, 2010 at 1:12 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Politeness is the traditional virtue of Chinese people. It will be never out of date. There are many personal attacks on the Internet. Whenever I see those offensive words, I feel confused. If the speaker is the victim, will he feel hurt? Before speaking something, we should think about the feelings of the person we talk about. Empathy is so important in our communication. If you cannot pocket an insult, how can you force the others to do that? Shall we be more friendly to others? Maybe there will be more happiness for them and you both.

• M Wolff

  April 9th, 2010 at 10:30 am

  sunny class 11C
  March 15th, 2010 at 1:16 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  After reading this warning，I seriously thought a moment。First of all, I’ll write every post following this instruction in the future. Second, I have more courage to express their frank opinions, Rather than the pressure of forced Courses. In the end, any comments should be on the issue instead of people about the issue. Only in this way can I get more respect.
  Jessica Class 4C
  March 15th, 2010 at 1:17 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Different people have different thought on a same thing. When the same thing which is related to a political one，a culture one and a nation, some people probably turn out to be a different one. However, everything in the world has its rules, if you want other people to respect you, you should respect others first. Moreover, you can solve most of problems in a polite way, you can not push everyone thought as same as you.
  Mike Class 3C
  March 15th, 2010 at 1:27 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everyone has the right to show his or her opinion. We can disagree with others people. But we should show the respect to others. We must keep rational.
  M Wolff
  March 15th, 2010 at 5:28 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  This thread saddens me very deeply. Why is it even necessary?

  Acting civilized should be automatic without being told to do so.

  I have taught in China for 8 years and only in Shanghai and Guangzhou, at famous universities, do I find such arrogant, crude and unvivilized students.

  The west perceives Chinese people as backwards, barbarians, crude and uncivilized. This web site is my small attempt to change that erroneous perception. Then a student at a top university makes a backwards, barberic, crude and uncivilized post. UNBELIEVABLE!

  Do not thank me for this thread. You should have these things in your head and heart already. It is to your shame that this thread was required in the first place.
  Kathleen Class 10C
  March 15th, 2010 at 7:49 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with you, professor. As a post graduate, we must behave as a civilized and responsible people. And here is a civilized place for everyone to communicate and comment.
  Gina Class 15C
  March 15th, 2010 at 9:06 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It’s very important to be civilized on the network. In modern days, with the development of internet, people are at more liberty to show their opinion. On the other hand, many people have never learned how to make a remark rationally. What’s more, a section of people throw dirt at others over the internet. Maybe it’s the phenomenon of the Social Reshaping Period, but it’s not a good thing. As a postgraduate, we should try our best to communicate on the network rationally, because we are the man with higher education.
  Caren Class 6C
  March 15th, 2010 at 9:42 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It is easy for people to relate one’s opinion to his/her personality in China, which, in fact, is not that a proper way for a debate because though the two parties have different opinions in a debate, they are still friends in private. I guess no one would like to lose a friend or make a foeman in a rational discussion. So, be civilized to everything is preferred.
  Amber Class 15C
  March 15th, 2010 at 9:58 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Well,freedom is our intrinsic right.However,freedom don’t mean to speak words as ourselves’ will.Freedom is interactional.We could give a speech freely,but we can’t hurt others,or we will lost in depression.I believe freedom is mean.
  Tina Class 11C
  March 15th, 2010 at 10:25 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Thank you for giving us a chance of expressing our point of view to the world. Warning is not only a rule for us to comment articles, but also is the basic rule of conducting ourselves. More specifically, it is the philosophy of life, which we need to spend the whole life to read. Also, we must learn to respect others, respect ourselves from here.
  Sharron Class 6C
  March 15th, 2010 at 10:34 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everybody has the freedom of speech, that doesn’t mean you can speak dangers to others. I think it’s the basic morality of being human that treat people politely, and have a good-mannered behavior. When you disagree somebody’s views ,especially you take the opposite side, you have no right to force others to change their mind to follow you, even you act in a rude way. Because different people see from different standpoints , their own interest in every case direct their judgement . Of course, if you have intensive victory of defeat, please persuade people to accept your opinion in sense, remember that we are civilized human.
  Lily Class 11C
  March 15th, 2010 at 10:37 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Words like double-edged sword sometimes. So when we post our views, we should be careful to avoid
  of attacking personalities. If we use the crud or impolite language, others also will not respect ourselves. In the modern society, we should follow the rules, otherwise we will be abandoned.
  Judy Class8C
  March 15th, 2010 at 10:38 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Different people have different views and we should encourage a hundred schools of thought contend. Since we are permitted to express our opinions freely, it’s critical for us to concerning the manners of air our views that should be polite ,civilized ，respectful and responsibile.
  Emma Class 6C
  March 15th, 2010 at 11:24 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  This article reminds me an important netiquette that always adhere to the same standards of behavior online that you follow in real life. Internet gives us a chance to share our opinions with some strangers, the fact that “nobody knows who you are” make us dare to express ourselves more freely. However, to accompany “freely” will always be “respectively”. It is significant for us to be civilized online and respect other people’s opinion. Only in this way, can we maintain healthy online relationship with strangers.
  Selina Class 16C
  March 15th, 2010 at 11:38 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I insist that respecting others is a virtue everyone should have .U can hold different opinions and show them , but in a polite and persuasive way. You will win others because of your persuasive reasons but your impolite words. I admire a environment of discussion but not quarrel.
  christina class 11c
  March 15th, 2010 at 11:39 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  After reading this article, I’m agree with the point of this article. Everyone is a unique individual in this world, everyone has the right to express their thoughts and opinions, of course you can disagree with his point of view, but it can not be personal attacks. Similarly, we can express our own point of view when you have respect for others and use the polite language.
  Lotus Class 6C
  March 15th, 2010 at 11:50 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  To be frankly, I admire professor Martin’ candor. As the saying goes, honest advice is unpleasant to the ear. To be a student, we should believe in our teachers. No matter who you are. No matter where you are from. I believe that the WARNING from professor Martin is for the benefit of us. In my opinion, if anyone talks reasonable things, we should respect him/her, not to mention our teacher.
  We should be polite and sincere when communicating with others, which can lead people to warm spring breezes. And I think it’s really pleasent experience for us to spark a little when exchanging ideas.
  Allen Class 2C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:13 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think we should comment on the things, rather than attacking the author. Everyone has the right to express his or her ideas freely, but at the same time, you must respect others people’s right for not getting insulted. Some of the articles in this website may seem hard to accept at first sight. But in fact, they are benign, and do not mean to harm anyone of us. So, take it easy, just acquire more English!
  Anna Class8C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:44 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Maybe we should try our best to understand each other,not about agreeing or disagreeing
  Anna Class 10C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:53 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think I would observe these regulations. I would comment something related to the issues and topics, would not say attacking words. After all, it’s a good place to exercise our oral english and writing english. We should comment something according to the professor’s regulations.
  Rachel Class 4C
  March 15th, 2010 at 12:53 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As a common view, all people have the right to express their opinion.
  However, we are all adults and we should be responsible for what we say and what we do. Therefore, an appropiate way should be chosen. Respect others, or no one would respect you.
  Alex Class 6C
  March 15th, 2010 at 1:05 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think disagree in polite way is a main way towards to convince people with different opinion.Just as the opinions will be various ,people who comment certainly have a lot of choice to do so.Using disagreeable word is one of choice. The commenter may think there can’t express his/her anger or disagreement without adopting sensible words .No matte what reasons ,I think there will get just the opposite of what there wants,for I will classify that opinion to rubbish. I am so appreciated to person who keeping on warning people to be polite.
  Jervie Class 6C
  March 15th, 2010 at 1:10 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I have no more words to say here but quoted Martin’s: it is to your shame that this thread was required in the first place.
  Amy Class12C
  March 15th, 2010 at 1:10 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In my opinion,we should learn to be polite to others,especially to our teachers.When we have a absolutely different idea from others,we should respect the other ideas and give ratioanal suggestions.As we know,rude words often hurt other’s heart.China has advocate harmonious society recently.I think ,a postgraduate student should learn more etiquette in daily life.We should establish a harmonious environment in our campus.
  Sandy Class 4C
  March 15th, 2010 at 1:17 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Respect is mutual. To win the respect from others, we must learn to respect others first. Barbaric behaviors are not acceptable in the civilized society. When we are giving voice to our opinions, we should be gentle, polite and most importantly–based on the facts.
  Lily Class 12C
  March 15th, 2010 at 1:29 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  WARNINGS！It is said that language is the reflection of ones mind .Everytime when we speak or express our points ,it is our obligation to be graceful and not to hurt others feelings and personality.As a citizen of the world,we always should remember to be harmony with each other.I just want to express my gratitude to Professor Martin ,for he leads me to consider things with global perspective .Then, my vision is not restricted within the small horizon .And his continuous remind me to be a civilized and descent person.
  Margaret Class 4C
  March 15th, 2010 at 1:31 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  This is a wonderful bulletin to show our different opinions. But we couldn’t abuse the right of freedom it gives us. Uncivilized things are never welcomed. We should obey the moral principles and have more self-discipline.
  Amy Class 4C
  March 15th, 2010 at 1:38 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Adding comments or holding debates may be a good method to promote the communication both home and abroad. Especially in democratic countries, everyone has his right to tell out his own opinion. In some cases as we know, the government may hold a public hearing for a certain purpose specially, such as to pass a law. However, that doesn’t mean we can do whatever we want and obeying some rules seems quite necessary in order to make a harmonious atmosphere. For example, don’t make filthy words or disgusting behavior and respect others. I think anyone of us wishes to get dignity and respect, so do unto others as you’d have others do unto you and make sure whenever you are graceful as possible as you can.
  Lisa Class 10C
  March 15th, 2010 at 1:46 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Be civilized is necessary at any moment in our life. As a man with wisdom and knowledge, each of us should be polite to the others even though you are in conflict. This web is prepared for practicing English, so just do the right things you have been perceived to do. I think most of us will follow the rules.
  kendra class 4c
  March 15th, 2010 at 2:14 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  For different background, it is usual that we may have different opinion on one thing. In our daily live, we also sometimes argue with other people for they do not agree with us. For example, when someone says that he prefers Hanhan to Guojingming who both are popular novelists in China, you may disagree with him, you may like the latter better; you think the former is more extreme, you still haven’t the reasons to attack others.
  Not everyone we met shares our views, opinions, and ideas. But it doesn’t have to be the reason for us to stop cultivating ourselves and reaching out to others. We should respect other people’s beliefs and establish a harmonious merriment. Respect and appreciate the values, beliefs, cultures, and history of others. Use this understanding to counteract prejudice and stereotypes.
  Stella Class 10C
  March 15th, 2010 at 2:26 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Well, everyone has his right to express his opinion. But firstly, he must respect those who hold the different points of view. It is a shame to use crude and uncivilized words in any condition, especially for a post-graduate student at a top university. When post a comment, we should keep rational.
  Alice Class 12C
  March 15th, 2010 at 2:43 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  We all know the chinaholisticenglish.org is an place where we can have a frank exchange of opinions with our professor, to know each other well, and to improve our English.
  Every student in our university will not use vulgar, profane, insulting words, of course. If there is a violator, who doesn’t appreciate such an environment, you can definitely kick him out.
  Quella Class 8C
  March 15th, 2010 at 2:59 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  We all get complacent sometimes. We have comfort zones. We do the things we enjoy, that feel good, that come easily. That’s why many people surround themselves with people who agree with them, think like them, and support them.
  We think our position is right. We want things done in the way that works best for our people. So we argue our points strongly. That’s good, but don’t overdo it. We won’t win every battle. So it’s important that we should “disagree without being disagreeable”.
  felix Class16C
  March 15th, 2010 at 3:11 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I do feel deeply regret to the post here. Actually, I even can not understand why we should need such warnings. China has an amazing culture history and achieves a great success in the world. We are educated to be polite again and again when we were children. It is just the common sense to a Chinese people, not to mention a postgraduate student in the famous university. I really hope that it is just a particular event and such faults would not happen again from now on.
  Shirrly Class 4C
  March 15th, 2010 at 3:40 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  This is the society filled with rule and regular, which we must follow strictly, or else we will be punished. I can’t think how disordered the society will be, if there are no guide lines for us. If we keep to the rule, we will get many more benefits than loss.
  And at same time, we must learn to respect others when we comment their writings and other things. We just focus on the external truth, but don’t breathe into too much personal emotion. If we feel angry when we reading articles, please just stop to think whether we have catch the right meaning of the author or read again without any subjective judgment. Please remember rude can’t solve anything, it just made our situation worse.
  Edward Class15C
  March 15th, 2010 at 3:45 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Thanks to a lecturer, I knew the proper way to express the contrary ideas when needed from then on. By the way, there is an ironic story between a literate, Su Shi and a great Buddhist monk Fo Yin to criticize the attacking personalities. One day Su Shi who is looking down the monks met Fo Yin. In a debate about Buddhism, when asked the impressions about each other, Su Shi said: “It seems to me that you actually a liar though many people believe you are erudite.” And then Fo Yin replied with a smile: “You are more educated and erudite than me.”However, when Su Shi told this dialogue to his sister, she made a comment: You criticized Fo Yin was a liar, but on the contrary he praised you as an erudite person without angry with personal attacking and an erudite people would not make any personal comments.
  Monica Class11c
  March 15th, 2010 at 5:37 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think this article is a good reminder.There is no doubt that every people want to get homage coming from others.What the writer said is right,please be a civilized person,respect others and avoid to attack others.When you try to say something ,remember what you will say is only stick to the issues.This is the secret for us to get homage ,friendship,and others we needed to live happily.So from now on we should do something as what the ‘WARNING’ said .
  Sarah Class 4C
  March 15th, 2010 at 5:40 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In another English course we learnt something about netiquette, which is short for “network etiquette”. Netiquette is a set of social conventions that facilitate interaction over networks, ranging from Usenet and mailing lists to blogs and forums. After reading this warning, I was reminded that we have to comply with rules of netiquette. It is necessary to write down one’s opinion in a polite way, just as to talk to somebody face-to-face. One of the TEN RULES of netiquette is “Help keep flame wars under control”, which says that, even if there are contrary views between different persons, they’d better try to convince each other by a polite way, instead of attacking personalities.
  Doris Class 4C
  March 15th, 2010 at 6:15 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In my opinion, some rules are absolutely necessarily. Anyone who disobeys the rules should be punished. We all have freedom to post our thoughts. At the same time, we should be responsible for what we say. We had better consider what feelings other people may have when they are reading our posts. Just as Professor Martin said, we should “be civilized in everything we write”.
  I will follow the instruction.
  Lucy Class 11C
  March 15th, 2010 at 6:20 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I am very grateful that you give us a free space to express our real thoughts.There is no doubt that everyone has his own point of views,so it is inevitable to produce differences and debates.However,I believe that through rational arguments will be able to produce sparks of wisdom.
  Peter Class 11c
  March 15th, 2010 at 6:43 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everyone has the freedom of speech. We should respect others. But sometimes we can see some people debate very fairyland even speak some bad words to do harm to others. Be civilized, we can gain more. I hope this warning can be conformed by all of us.
  Christy Class 16C
  March 15th, 2010 at 7:01 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think, as an adult, these rules really are something that we should know and obey by ourselves without anybody tells us to do. Everyone wants other people’s respect. But we should always remember in our heart that you only win as much respect as you pay.
  In another hand, sometimes we say or do something that offends people even though that’s not our intention in the first place. It hurts not only other people but also ourselves. To avoid this kind of unnecessary hurt, we really should talk and behave carefully. Maybe we can try to think in other’s stand before we say or do something.
  Abbey Class 14C
  March 15th, 2010 at 7:12 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  To hear this matter, I am very sorry! Although in modern society, everyone has freedom of speech, it does not mean that you can speak irresponsible. you should know this right is based on the respect of each other. Professor, I’m agree with your point in this article. Network provides us with a platform of speech, and the teacher has provided us with an opportunity for further study, for which we are grateful rather than blame. If you disagree,it’s ok,but,to be Polite, firstly. So,this time we get a big lesson.
  Ariel Class 9C
  March 15th, 2010 at 8:00 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As my point of view, using dirty words or insulting others is uncivilized. Students have received years of education, they should be responsible for their activities and words. People should think twice before speak out, and if you don’t respect others, you won’t earn any respect back.
  Javier Class 4C
  March 15th, 2010 at 8:03 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As an adult, we should pay attention to what we are saying and what we are doing. We should responsible for our behaviors. I agree with the professor that we should not use crude or threatening language and not use hateful language. We are not babies any more. It’s really important for us to use a civilized way to treat everything around us.
  Catherine Class 16C
  March 15th, 2010 at 8:37 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In my point of view, to express one’s opinions without offending any other people is the basic accomplishments of us. This warning should be useless if we all take our personal responsibility properly. And it will be a tragedy if any one view it a useful announcement to regulate his/her behavior.
  Helena Class 12C
  March 15th, 2010 at 8:37 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  After reading the warning, I feel sad. When we are proud of the economic progress in our country, we pay a little attention to our people’s manner. Our country is famous for its etiquette and ceremony during five thousand years. Contrast to this excellent comment, we students who are in the top 10 university make backwards, barbaric, crude and uncivilized posts. What a joke!
  Anna Class 15C
  March 15th, 2010 at 9:04 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It is necessary and essential to stay away from attacking personalities in public. At this point, I totally agree with the author. To be civilized in the web site is a basic individual quality for students. Whatever your views are, you should be polite to express your views and respect others. Different points are indispensable for development in discussion or in debate. What’s more, our country is known as a state of ceremonies. So, we should tell different views from crudeness. It is really a pity to be crude to these people who is well-educated in good manners.
  Jessie Class 11C
  March 15th, 2010 at 9:15 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In deed, we should pay attention to what we say and what we write, you are right; acting civilized should be automatic without being told to do so.
  But professor, being crude or have lost honesty is just some members of us, not all of us. I think most of us are civilized, so please do not use the title such as “Are honesty and integrity virtues lost in China?”
  Do not just the forest by one tree. There are good people and bad people in every country. If you met a person cheat you in America, can you say: “Are honesty and integrity virtues lost in America?” you can’t, isn’t it?
  Kevin Class 3C
  March 15th, 2010 at 9:18 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  When all of us make a consensus on a issue, we have few words to talk about it. In fact, our history develops with dispute and confrontation, which also applies in the academic community.
  As a professor in Lingnan College says, there are three neccessary steps for an academic topic to progress. Firstly, at least two different point view; Secondly, both views are supported by a group of people; Thirdly, intense debate on these views, but not on these people.
  So in our English class, we can communicate with each other by debating, just discord no concord.
  Jim Class 10C
  March 15th, 2010 at 9:32 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  After reading this article, I think the warning which you posted is a good reminder and extremely thought—provoking. I can’t agree with you more and I am very grateful that you give me a free space to express my own real thoughts in English.

  As far as I am concerned, everyone has the freedom of speech, but it doesn’t mean that a person can speak irresponsibly. There is no doubt that it is extremely impolite to speak with vulgar,profane,insulting,even threatening words. As a post graduate, we should pay more attention to what we are saying and always act in civility .

• M Wolff

  April 9th, 2010 at 10:31 am

  Lydia Class 9c
  March 15th, 2010 at 9:36 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everyone has right to express different opinions, but we need to responsible for our speech. No matter you are a Chinese people, or you are a foreigner. Sometimes we are young and cocksure, so we can not accept the criticisms and suggestion. In fact, we need to hear different voices form different country. In my opinion, Professor Martin provides a plat where we can communicate with others and explore our horizons.

  Wendy Class 9C
  March 15th, 2010 at 9:38 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  There is an idioms in China which is said that think twice before you act. That is to say, when you want to do something, you mustn’t act rashly until you think it carefully. On the other hand, when you are disagree with someone, you’d better propose your views in a tactful way rather than attacking others in nasty words. This is common sense for one to communication with others in the world. Contain and euphemism are also the traditional way of doing things in China.

  Herry Class 10C
  March 15th, 2010 at 9:58 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In my opinion,it is important to respect everyone,whatever he or she did anything.After all,we are all postgraduates who have knowledge and culture,respecting others is a virtue,if you don’t respect the others ,so no one else will respect you.I can’t believe it’s true to insult and threat our professor,but something is beyond our imagination at some time.

  sophieclass8c
  March 15th, 2010 at 11:26 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It’s a great challeng for me to write so many english comment everyday.And what’s the important,i need more courage to express myself.however,just like the professor said,that only move your face,then you can make your succes.yeah,i think so

  Amber Class 8C
  March 16th, 2010 at 12:00 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  This article focused very much on requring the students to pay attention to the languge they use. No offense,being polite ,and sticking to the issues which I think are the basic requirements that all the students should be aware of.Besides,the students are encouraged to offer different ,fresh yet resonable opinions,which sounds tough but quite challenging for students like me.

  Linda Class 4C
  March 16th, 2010 at 12:06 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with the advocacy using civilized language in our environment and in our country. If you politely talking with other people and show respects to them, people also will respect to you in turn, then you will more easily to get counterpart’s supports. One uses crude or threatening language that probably causes trouble or other’s aversions, at the end he (she) may be stranded by himself (herself). So I think being civilized is very important in our life.

  Frank Class 4C
  March 16th, 2010 at 12:17 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  No matter what we do and what to say, it’s always to be polite for everyone. Everybody has the right to be respectable. Although we have the freedom to express our opinion about somebody or something, but a basic principal to be remembered is that being civilized in everything.
  If we express vulgar, profane, insulting and otherwise disgusting posts when we make comments on some news or article, we may obey the law and we may be brought into an accusation. We are person who are educated in university, those impolite behaviors are not belonged to us.

  Jasmine Class10C
  March 16th, 2010 at 12:32 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I can’t agree you any more. I think the world nowadays is complicated and full of contrary views, so all the people are allowed to express their opinions freely. However, the freedom is limited. Any personal attacks, disgusting words, threatening language should all be banned forever. Because it’s immoral and of course will be rejected.

  John Class 10C
  March 16th, 2010 at 1:51 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Making comments means writing down our own opinion about the issues and the attitude of the author.We talk about the issues by setting forth facts and reasoning the things out.Furthermore what we should do is communicating our thought with the person we don’t agree with generous attitude,proper expression and rational explanation.Seeking common ground while reserving differences are great rules for making comments and communication.
  Obviously according to the different angles to think about things I dissent from much of Professor’s opinion.I can say my thought free by making comments about his article.At the same time I appreciate that he offers me a room and an angle to contrast and reflect our own culture.
  I hate attacking personalities,vulgar, profane, insulting ,crude and threatening language.Those are not civilized performance.So I support Professor’s Warning.

  Cidney Class 3C
  March 16th, 2010 at 2:23 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Some people here in China like making Vulgar and insulting comments on the Internet. They do these mainly because they cannot disagree with their boss or people around in real life. It is safe to express their true feeling or exaggerated outrage behind the monitor. There is an old saying in China “It is of great virtue to be scrupulously honest even when there is no one around”. From my point of view, leaving comments on the Internet is as the same as making a short speech in public. So it goes without saying that we need to remind ourselves of being civilized here.

  Dina class 13C
  March 16th, 2010 at 9:21 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with prof.Martin absolutely. As far as I am concerned, it is very common that everyone sees the things from different perspective so that we should respect others` rights to speak without attacking personalities. Because we have been adults already, guided by reason rather than emotions no matter what we do. Deliberate consideration should be taken before action. If we can`t clam down to solve the problems, it always leads to misery or bloodshed such as the case of crime. Most criminal reflecting on themselves point out emotion and impulse destroy their lives actually. So, looking before you leap is the best way to deal with dispute. Furthermore, as the proverb says, two heads are better than one. Listening carefully may help us know more about the world and broaden our horizon. Usually, some fresh ideas rush into your mind when listening to anybody else. Most of the time, we can perfect point of view between listening and debating.

  William Class 1C
  March 16th, 2010 at 9:48 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  To some extent, we are educated to be like this. Our government acts like this to the contrary opinions. Our society has nothing to do with government’s acting like this, and with our citizens’ being like this. But we should learn to be a civilized citizen, our government also should learn to be a mature government.

  Crystal Class 3C
  March 16th, 2010 at 9:52 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I can’t agree more! Some people’s behavior is unacceptable. It is true that we may bring our emotion into discussion or expression. But some people even forget basic etiquette. When expressing different opinion, we have to focus on the matter itself rather than the person. Only in this way, we can discuss problems rationally and try to find a way to solve them. So far as we are all adults, why not think and behave maturely? If you want to solve something or want to change others’ attitude, you should start from others’ standpoint and try to make an agreement. Rejection or offense sometimes may worsen the situation.

  Paul Class 15C
  March 16th, 2010 at 12:27 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As the proverb says, “Nothing can be accomplished without norms or standards. When we post our comment on the website, we should have good manners and abide by the courtesy words. If one makes a backwards, barbaric, crude and uncivilized post, it only show that he is wanting in courtesy. I hope that the crude behavior of that student will not make too more hurt to professor. Majority students are not so.

  leo class 15C
  March 16th, 2010 at 12:52 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Respect is an important virtue in people’s daily life. When we were kids, we have been taught to respect the people around you .but there still are so many people do not respect others, they often use crude, insulting and threatening language when they are unhappy. Why? I think that it is not important to know respect, but it is important to do some things which accord to the virtue of respect.Respect others is not so hard, I believe that if you do what Mr. Wolff want you to do ,you have really known what is respect.

  Stephen Class 16C
  March 16th, 2010 at 1:27 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  WHAT you said may be right. But sometimes people have to use impolite way to defend their fundamental principles. Attacking personalities often involve with judge of one’s moral. There is a Chinese proverb, said, if one does not make right choice in important things, the rest of his achievements is not worth to consider. That is to say, appraise a person by moral language (sometimes it is equal to attacking personalities) should not be criticized occasionally.

  Paris Class 12C
  March 16th, 2010 at 1:30 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  We must respect each other when we have a talk or debate with the others,even their comments are opposite to ours.More importantly,we can not attack personalities.As we known,a great many famous politicians who are opponents in the same or different parties actually are closed friends in their daily life.What can we learn from the politicians?Be wise!Keep thinking all the time.

  Angelia Class 9C
  March 16th, 2010 at 2:29 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Respect is the first rule of Netiquette. However，thanks to the lack of real-name registration system, Chinese netizens tend to blurt out dirty words directly. Please don’t be mad with the phenomenon above. Those netizens, usually regarded as “young cynic”(or Fenqing in Chinese), are almost completely harmless in the real world.
  It’s not an exculpation. It is the only thing I can do that making comments without four-lettered words and personal attacks.

  Wendy Class 12C
  March 16th, 2010 at 3:25 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I can’t agree more. Though we have the freedom of speech and expression, but It should be based on the respect of each other.

  Bob Class 15C
  March 16th, 2010 at 3:36 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Respect for others is a Chinese traditional virtue. Everyone has the right to express their personal views, but the precondition is respect other people. At this point, I very much agree with your view. it is a free and open society, everyone has the right to express their view. I think pro. M Wolff created this site also aims to let everyone free to express their views. However, the Chinese saying goes Nothing can be accomplished without norms or standards. Moreover, the rule-making purpose is to respect others. I will abide by these rules.

  Jen Class 4C
  March 16th, 2010 at 4:01 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It’s good for us to see more different views about how people looking at China and the Chinese. Then we will know each other better. Some of the articles are controversial. It gives us a good chance to think about the phenomenon and analysis the problem, and then find a solution. If we met with a culture conflict, we should first know more about the background of the culture and history, and then we can understand their behavior and views. Of course, the premise of communication is respect and trust.

  William Class 3C
  March 16th, 2010 at 4:09 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Yes, I agree with that. Without contrary views, everybody will think the same way, and there would be no innovation and development of the society. However, everybody should respect others to keep the society harmonious.
  There is one more thing I want to add. Warn before expel, since not everybody uses English fluently at the moment. Sometimes, a person’s violating the rule is not because he really means it. Maybe it’s just because of the inability to express his though accurately, which results in a misunderstanding between the writers and readers.

  Alice Class9C
  March 16th, 2010 at 4:12 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  The free communication of ideas and opinions is one of the most precious of the rights of man. Today freedom of speech, or the freedom of expression, is recognized in international and regional human rights law. However,when we enjoy the freedom we have to keep in mind that we must respect the right to privacy, as well as the honor and reputation of others. That is the bottom line we will never cross.
  The Internet is a common area, a public space like any village square, except that it is the largest common area that has ever existed. Anything that anybody wishes to say can be heard by anyone else with access to the Internet, and this world-wide community is as large and diverse as humanity itself. Accordingly it’s most necessary for all of us to make sure our comments and criticizm are reasonable,and try to respect others.

  Sue Class 11C
  March 16th, 2010 at 5:04 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everyone has his/her own ideas and has rights to express themselves. Perhaps you will not agree with someone , do respect and defend his/her rights to speak out his/her thoughts.I welcome contrary views and enjoy talking with people who have different thoughts with me. Only through debate or discussion, can our thinking become more scientific . However , I do dislike guns who are impolite in a debate. After all, neither yours nor others’ ideas are completely right. If you don’t respect other people’s right to express themselves ,nor do you have the right to require others to listen to you.

  Sue Class 11C
  March 16th, 2010 at 5:04 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everyone has his/her own ideas and has rights to express themselves. Perhaps you will not agree with someone ,but do respect and defend his/her rights to speak out his/her thoughts.I welcome contrary views and enjoy talking with people who have different thoughts with me. Only through debate or discussion, can our thinking become more scientific . However , I do dislike guns who are impolite in a debate. After all, neither yours nor others’ ideas are completely right. If you don’t respect other people’s right to express themselves ,nor do you have the right to require others to listen to you.

  Jack Class 4C
  March 16th, 2010 at 5:39 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I believe yor are right I will stick to them.Whem we critise others,we shoule first check ourselves.Mutual understanding and free minds are really important for human beings.

  Vivian Class 3C
  March 16th, 2010 at 7:21 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  First, I want to say everyone has the right to express his own opinions. But because every person lives in different environment and gets different education, he will have different views to the same question. No matter what the opinion is, we should deliver it using civilized way. The most important point is we shouldn’t attack other’s personality or character just because of different opinion. We must learn how to respect other people, especially the person who has opposite view.

  Martin Class16C
  March 16th, 2010 at 8:01 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Everyone should be polite, especially when we answer questions from teacher.
  But I think there should be explicit rules, for example, don’t use such and such words. Therefore, we will know where the limitation is.
  I do not know why you are so unhappy, if we did something wrong we do not mean it. Maybe some of us misunderstand you.

  Darren Class 8C
  March 16th, 2010 at 9:50 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In some cases,some students express some offensive view.It does’nt simply mean that they are vulgar or rude.Some media often promote partial opinion,especially with the U.S..It makes some people believe that American do all they can to impede China all the time.They are sensitive to some issue.

  rose class 11c
  March 16th, 2010 at 10:31 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  The network broadens our vision , and we want to express ourselves unlimitedly through the internet. But attacking others on the net is not allowed. We should not use crude or threatening language and comply with provisions . At the same time,the censors should supervise strictly.

  Linda Class 14C
  March 16th, 2010 at 11:12 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I can’t agree more with these points. We should value different opinions from different culture backgrounds, but for the personal attacking ones. I will obey these rules.

  Kris Class 4C
  March 16th, 2010 at 11:33 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I consider the WARNING as the network etiquette. Whether you are composing an e-mail message or writing your own comment, it is wise to assume that everyone in the world will read your words. That not only includes your professors and classmates, but also the government, your future employers, students from other countries, your professors, etc.

  I can’t agree with the WARNING more and I hold the opinion that we should be cautious with what we put on the Web. Since the people out in Cyberspace have only a small bit of information by which to judge us, it only makes sense to make the information as appropriate, representative, and informative as possible.

  Derek Class 2C
  March 16th, 2010 at 11:55 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  It is believed that it is a time of free speech, everyone has the right to make your speech and express your opinion. But before saying a word, please realize anyone else has the right to protect his safety and fame. So your speech and opinion will be in favor, everyone should respect this right of yours, and you should respect others in proportion.

  Rita Class 4C
  March 17th, 2010 at 12:35 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  These are actually some net etiquette we should follow when using the Internet. I quite agree with the rules mentioned. We all understand that news groups or message boards are the places for us to communicate and interact, and we can post our opinion. But these places are not upbuilded to flyte and insult someone. If not, many people will experience unpleasantly there and these news groups or message boards will lose their meaning. Not only in the internet, but also during our daily social or commercial intercourse, these are the basic rules we should obey.

  June Class 4C
  March 17th, 2010 at 10:39 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  There are many ways to express our own opinions. To successfully persuade others to accept your contrary view needs patient. Rude attitude and vulgar speeches will just lead to war of words and ruin the reputation of you or your nation. I do admire Wen Jiabao, our Premier, who can always powerfully strike back the provocation from the foreign journalist in a good manner. When asked about the Taiwan issue, he mentioned about the precious scroll which was tore and the fragments are stored in mainland and Taiwan separately to express his thirst for the reunion of China. This leaves me deep impression. Sometimes the gentle and cultivated words are more moving and powerful and acceptable.

  vivi Class 8C
  March 17th, 2010 at 12:35 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  BBS is stand for Bulletin Board System,it is a virtual community that everyone could speak out freely with a false name or real name.When you post some aricles on BBS,you may find many comments follow it or even no one care about it.In those comments,there will be something surpportive(all are delighted),but more often,there will be opposed comments.
  How to deal with those opposed comments?It’s just a virtual world in Internet,I will not be so serious.If I was the forum master,maybe I would delete the comments but I would never let it influence my own real life forever.

  Tina Class 1C
  March 17th, 2010 at 12:53 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I quite agree with the author.It is common that people have different opinions on the same issues.What we should do is to respect others and listen about the differences. Only when you respect others can you be respected.To be polite is one thing every citizens should do.

  Talon Class 4C
  March 17th, 2010 at 3:23 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In my opinion, crude or threatening language should not appear during the discussion. It is useless for communication, especially written communication. The purpose of communication is expressing ourself and try to find some common groud or something different. Multiculturalism is the starting point of our discussion. So we should try to tolerate the difference, not just to attack it.

  Jordan Class 8C
  March 17th, 2010 at 3:34 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  All of us should diliver our idea in a reasonable way.we do not want to thread and insult anybody,because,according to traditional Chinese idea, is unwised to offend someone and it is too tired to fabricate these vulgar words.What we want is just express my opinion.There is another words in China:”giving respect to people,you will get more in return.”
  When I receive the disagreeable idea ,please remember respect is always be appreciated.

  Amber class 11c
  March 17th, 2010 at 4:11 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I am sorry for the comment above , I had not finsh it , and I press the wrong button , it commented . This is my completed comment . Different people have different opinions , everyone has right to express theirs opinions , we should not to interference freedom of others . Of course , As univerciety students , we should not use vulgar , profane , insulting and other wise digusting language , we must respect everyone write , only in this way , ourselves are respected by others . Frankly speaking , the patriotism of our students is understandable , we very very love our homeland , we hope our homeland can united , and became powerful .

  Bruce Class 14C
  March 17th, 2010 at 4:51 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  On the same thing, different people always have different opinions. Yes, everyone has the right to express what he\she think. And actually, we can disagree with other’s opinion and we can debate, even persuade others to agree with us. But what we do need to remember is that what we say and do should only aim at things but not others’ personalities. We should respect others. The way we deal things determines the result on a large extent.

  John Class 1C
  March 17th, 2010 at 5:31 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I cannot agree with you anymore. No matter who you are and no matter what you do, the first thing you should do is to give the author respect he ought to receive when you are reading other people’s works. It is important because this is the basic standard as a human being. Generally speaking, what we write reflect our self-cultivation, so we should be careful about our remarks.

  Judy Class 10C
  March 17th, 2010 at 9:50 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Sometimes I want to pour out my thought in English, but I cannot make it because my poor English. When I express my mind on the paper, I have to choose the simple and not-so-proper words. It annoyed me so much. However, the lucky thing is that I am making my efforts on learning. Writing comments and expressing my views is one of the effective ways.

  Crystal Class5C
  March 17th, 2010 at 11:07 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  So I will try to overcome the fear of english. To speak,write,listen, read more english.

  Sara Class 4C
  March 17th, 2010 at 11:56 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As we all know, freedom does not mean that you can do whatever you want without any restrictions. The true freedom is not the absolute liberty. We must behave under a certain constraint condition. So, when posting our comments, we should consider the rules. Even though we disagree with other people’s opinion and we have the right to critique them, we should not malign them viciously. Please consider others’ feeling and your sense of responsibility before giving comments.

  Tiffany Class 3C
  March 18th, 2010 at 3:41 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  No matter what we do, we should obey the game rules. That is the way how things go on smoothly. This is a friendly place for us to share what we think, but it is really important that we should avoid personal attacks and threatening language. Civilized and rational words are more proper and preferable.

  Some of the students use hateful language and stand again the majors. It is true that everyone has the right to share different opinions, but we should be responsible for our words and behavior. We are still young, maybe we are still in the phase of rebellion, and we may not accept some sincere suggestions. However, they are good for us. Professor Martin gives us a platform to learn English, and he has put great effort on pushing us to use more English, speak more English. What he has done should be respected and understood.

  Sarah Class 11c
  March 18th, 2010 at 8:03 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  Different people have different opinions.The democratic system are continuously improving in the world ,so everyone has rights to express freely what he want. But there will be a maximum when everything is done. We should obey some rules. Rules are very important in civilized society,because rules can coordinate social orders and promote the development of social civilization.
  Therefore,we should turn to be responsible people.

  Lynn Class 8C
  March 18th, 2010 at 10:12 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree that one should be civilized in everything he writes.When skipping the web pages,I am very offensive to read the crude speech.If one can’t accept others’ opinions,he could not curse them.

  I think China is a country with perfect ceremonies.We people should often pay attention to our etiquttes.

  Carla Class 11C
  March 19th, 2010 at 4:27 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  As far as I am concered,everybody should be respected .The professor gave us some significant and impartial advices and rules. When we post comments ,we should post them after thinking twice.We will receive rude words if we use hateful and threatening language . Respecting others is a virtue.We should post comments carefully.

  Nancy Class5C
  March 19th, 2010 at 6:07 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I think these are the basic requirements for a human’s behavior not only on the Internet but also in the real life. One should be polite and always mind his manners. Be kind to others and vice versa. Then a harmonious society will be built up. It’s essential for us students to lead the trend of civilization.

• M Wolff

  April 9th, 2010 at 10:31 am

  Jack Class 8C
  March 20th, 2010 at 11:07 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I m in agreement with these viewpoints.We should show the basal respect to each other,though we all from the different countries,from the different regions.It is allowed and encouraged to have diverse outlook and give the opposite opinions countering a matter,but we also should follow the cultures of each countries.If we have differences,we can set it aside.

  Delta Class 11C
  March 20th, 2010 at 10:57 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I am really agree with the author’s viewpoints. As a post-graduate, we should have the magnanimity to respect the contrary views from others. You can make a talk with others who have the different opinion, but you can’t use the crude or threatening language. This action is a pupil’s action. However, maybe some actions are only patriotic action not the false behavior of ultra-nationalist. So I think all of us should learn to listen to someone else’s viewpoints, rather than the simplistic assertion that it is wrong and should refuse it.

  Livia Class15C
  March 21st, 2010 at 12:07 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I get it.
  But I want to say that because China was invaded by many foreign countries in last century, Chinese people become very sensitive about anything which we consider as aggressive. And that may lead to some misunderstandings of course. I think we should rethink about that profoundly.

  Jim Class15C
  March 22nd, 2010 at 9:52 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  One reason for my fundamental agreement with this warning is that no effective communication will be raised if communicators don’t show respect to each other. Secondly, tolerance is the best treasure we should cherish since the rationality is cultivated into human mind, therefore, allow no chance of offensive even in the case you are strongly disagreed. Least but not the last, as long as you put in your argument with strong evidence and logical analyze, the others will surely take you serious so the communication won’t fail. To sum up, this warning ensures a good as well as affective communication among classmates. We should bear it in mind because no rules, no friends.

  Jennifer2C
  March 22nd, 2010 at 4:56 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I total agree with what the author says. In my opinion, respectation is the basic rule we shoud abide when getting toghther with friends. Without it, how can we feel the friendness of others? Not to say continuing communication with each other. It is acknowledged known that each of us is separated, and separate unit have diverse opinions. Respectation means not only taking others’ similar opinion seriously, but also contrary opinions. Maybe that is the key point of being friends with others.

  Jay Class 3C
  March 23rd, 2010 at 10:53 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I agree with the author’s points. There is no doubt that everyone has a different view about the same thing, but we should express our views in a civilized way, and don’t hurt or attack others. Some ethic guidelines should be advocated. In addition, we should be tolerant of people who has different views, and we should not lose the temperament easily.

  Toms Class 2C
  March 24th, 2010 at 8:18 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I do agree these points. We must respect each other. Everybody can hold their own opinion about anything. We are going to share our views to each other, so we should not use any crude or threatening language. I will obey these rulers. People’s points always make me cleverer.

  Sara Class12C
  March 28th, 2010 at 11:57 am · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I am very glad to have the chance to express myself on the internet. When our comments have been published on the internet, people around the world can see them. So we should pay attention to our words. Vulgar, profane, insulting words are inappropriate. We should use the words which are civilized and logical.

  Catherine Class 15C
  March 28th, 2010 at 5:46 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  In my opinion,to submit comments is a good opportunity to practice English. I believe we will benifit from this web site.

  Rober Class 11C
  April 6th, 2010 at 7:51 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I can’t agree with you more. Everybody has his own thought and everyone has the right of freedom of speech. We must respect others. Respect a man, he will do the more. We should not use crude language, threatening language or hateful language. we should be modest, friendly and sincere, respecting them and listening attentively to their opinions.

  Fion Class 1C
  April 7th, 2010 at 7:12 pm · Edit | Delete | Spam
  I hope it is actually. In my opinion, we should respect others and we should be respected by others. On that basis, I want to express my opinions freely. In fact, everyone has his own opinion, we should communicate with each other. Only in that way, we can learn from others and improve ourselves. So I support to express freely on the basis that we don’t attack personalities.

• Rebecca Class8C

  April 9th, 2010 at 10:59 am

  It’s very good to have this warning,for I have seen so many dirty words in many forums.Vulgar, profane, insulting and otherwise disgusting posts will make the whole thing disorder,also ,it is not civilized to others and to the person who uses these words!

• Bob Class12C

  April 9th, 2010 at 2:56 pm

  Professor Martin gives us an opportunity to post our comments in the web site which can be scaned all over the world. As the saying goes, “What you want to get from others, you must do it first”. What we should do in this web site is to show our comments, not attact others. You may not accept others’ ideas, just try to comprehend them on their’s view. Everyone doesn’t want to be treated disrespectable, we should try to embrace different viewpoints which will help us to grow fast.

• Linda 16C

  April 9th, 2010 at 11:35 pm

  People should understand each other. Everyone has his right to show his opinion. So we should respect others. Try to believe others, do not use your ugly says to attack them, but just listen the words, which I think is the best choice you make. If you don’t agree with them, you can show your viewpoint. Just remember one thing, saying your words and respecting others. We should create a harmonious society just from you and me because we are the host of the society.

• Adam Class 5c

  April 10th, 2010 at 12:33 am

  Thanks to this website, it not only helps me practice more English , but also let me know more other classmates’ idea. I have never find that I am so eager to learn English. As long as it can help me do some progress, I will hurry to have a try. Just practice more.
  Professor had told me that “I have to protest my website, I protest my website by protest you”. Yes, being a postgraduate student, we have too much idea to express. However, there are a few students do not pay attention to what they said. In my opinion, one’s word shows his moral cultivation. Dirty and insulting words should not appear on this website.
  Give what you want to receive. Let us keep in mind that we should respect others while we are expressing our mind.

• Fiona Class 2C

  April 10th, 2010 at 2:36 pm

  In this civilized society, we have the right to express our opinions freely. While, at the same time, we also need to obey some rules, such as no personal attacks, no disgusting words. Just as we need laws to regulate our behaviors, those rules are necessary.

• summer class 1c

  April 10th, 2010 at 9:36 pm

  Firstly I don’t think we have the right to attack others with crude words. But in my opinion, we have the rights to talk with each others freely.
  Secondly we have studied for twenty years, we should know how to express our emotions in right ways. We can’t attack others for we are unhappy.
  Thirdly we should respect everyone in the world although we may disagree with him/her.

• Sue Class 11C

  April 12th, 2010 at 1:41 pm

  Firstly, we have our rights to express our own opinions freely. Secondly, Other people have the rights to express themselves as well. If we asked people to respect our speaking rights ,we should respect their rights first. Thirdly, Keeping your own opinion is allowed and necessary, but do remember to control your emotion and show your friendliness to others when they have different opinions with you .

• Andy Class 4C

  April 15th, 2010 at 12:21 am

  I totally agree with what the professor said in the above passage. Our world needs various people and a multitude of ideas. At present, we need to express freely our points related to the current affairs and news. Then we can find more solutions and provide more policies for our development and progress.
  But, we also can not ignore the fact our expression should become more objective and rational. We should pay more attention to the real world and backgrounds of events. Because we can not waste time showing the useless words any more.

• Jervie Class 6C

  April 16th, 2010 at 9:48 pm

  I don’t want to say anything more but I will keep what is presented above in mind and be a civilized person.

• Peter Class 8C

  April 19th, 2010 at 11:08 am

  In my opinion,if we want to earn the respect of others,we must show respect for other people. In order to show respect for others,the first thing we should do is to use decent language,not to use words to slander people.I believe,physical wounds can heal quickly, but the wound of the mind is hard to heal.Perhaps people will never forget the words that hurt their feeling.So to be a civilized person,we need to maintain reasonable,and do not have a loose tongue to hurt others.

• Tom Class16C

  April 29th, 2010 at 5:35 pm

  I can’t agree more. We’re not for arguing but debating, which finally improve understanding of the topics we concerned. I don’t like people yelling just because they can’t agree with each other. After of all, to be polite!

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