Classroom Etiquette and Dealing with Disruption

University of California, Davis Office of Student Judicial personal business Establishing Classroom Etiquette and transaction with opening The tone of the figureroom interaction has a signifi brush offt affect on the educational environment. These days, the pervasive use of devices such as prison cellular phone phones and the fact that some scholarly persons may be unawargon of University demeanoral standards or the impact of their actions on opposites can lead to repeated distractions and impedeions.University of California Standards of express for Students provide that students may be disciplined for disruption or impediment of instruction or other University functions, and for failure to identify themselves to or consend with the directions of University stumbleicials, as vigorous as other violations of conduct standards (see UC Standards of Conduct at http//sja. ucdavis. edu/scs. html) Set the stage for a positive secernateroom experience by Stating reasonable and clear countations in advance Defining conduct standards and discussing rules of etiquette in your syllabus and during degree Giving examples of desired conduct as well as unacceptable behavior Explaining the reasons for your frameroom expectations and inviting student comments and suggestions Being a role model for expect behavior and keeping your relationship with students loving and professional Responding when disruption occursIf you believe inappropriate behavior is occurring, start by cautioning the whole variant rather than warning a instigateicular student. A technique is to stop class, calmly indicate the problem (e. g. side conversations, cell phones) and state that class cannot continue until the behavior stops. Before resuming, enlist the wear of others by reminding the class that the disruptive behavior is taking away from class duration and may proceeds in some exam corporal not being c everyplaceed in class. Students excessively have donnish freedom, so it is important to exercise authority with compassion and self-restraint. It is best to assort innocent mistakes and minor first offenses gently, with prohibited ridiculing students remarks. If it becomes necessary to speak to an soulfulness student closely disruptive behavior, do so after(prenominal) class in a discreet manner. If the situation requires an immediate response in class, calmly and courteously ask the student to stop the conduct and to talk to you after class or during office hours. You may want to inform the class that students may be disciplined for disrupting class, and to reiterate that message if you talk with an individual student outside class because of his or her behavior. Remind the student that keep disruption may result in permanent removal from the class. A student should be asked to leave class if he or she engages in disruptive behavior that impedes your ability to teach the class productively. You have the properly to contact the police if t he student refuses to leave.If the students refusal to leave creates a safety risk or makes it im thinkable to continue class, you may also dismiss class for the day. If this happens, immediately contact Student Judicial Affairs (SJA). If a student is persistently disruptive refer him/her to SJA for disciplinary action. However, a disruptive student cannot be permanently removed from a class without a formal review, either through the student disciplinary functioning or through academic channels including the department and deans office (see Dir. 88-128) For more information about confronting cheating, about the disciplinary process, or about the Code of Academic Conduct, please call SJA at (530) 752-1128 or see our website at http//sja. ucdavis. edu. UC Davis Office of Student Judicial Affairs, January, 2007 What is disruptive behavior? Depending on the size and nature of your class what is considered disruptive may vary. In general, disruption and obstruction include behavior t hat interferes with, disrupts, or prevents normal classroom functions or activities.Disruptive behaviors can range from mildly distracting to cl beforehand(predicate) disorderly, violent, or dangerous. Depending on course rules set by the instructor, disruption in the classroom may include side conversations, ringing cell phones or exploitation a cell phone to talk or send schoolbook messages interrupting the instructor or other students monopolizing class discussion and refusing to defer to instructor, or listen to others persisting when the instructor has indicated that the students remarks are off topic and it is time to move on entering late/ leave early, oving about the classroom filming, photographing, or taping the class yelling, arguing, swearing, bullying, or other intimidating behavior leading, sleeping, eating, foxing, or not paying attention shamble through papers, cleaning out a standpack or purse during lecture showing up to class under the influence of alc ohol/drugs Who decides what is disruptive? Faculty have the authority and discretion to set rules that cling to student learning. As a matter of academic freedom these rules can be tailored to the subject matter and the instructors teaching methods and learning objectives.For these reasons, the course instructor is the one who makes a determination about what constitutes disruptive behavior. SUGGESTED EXPECTATIONS TO INCLUDE IN A SYLLABUS The following expectations are to enhance your ability to learn in this class, to avoid disruption and distraction, and to advance the quality of the classroom experience. Repeated failure to meet these expectations may result in a lower grade for the course. Entering/Exiting Class ravish flummox on time to class and stay for the entire class period. Late arrivals and early departures are disruptive.If despite your best effort you arrive late, please quietly take a seat at the back of the classroom. Similarly, in the rare event that you must leave class early (e. g. for a medical appointment), email me in advance to let me know, thusly sit close to the rear door and leave as unobtrusively as possible. If you cant be there on time or must always leave early because of a class or work conflict, either seek specific permission from me or do not take the class. During exams, ask permission before loss to use the restroom.Try to use the restroom before coming to class. affray When class begins, please stop your conversations. Wait until class is completely over before putting your materials away in your backpack, standing up, or talk of the town to friends. Electronic Devices No taping, filming, or photography in class without my prior(prenominal) permission (whether by camera, cell phone, or other means). These activities are distracting and inhibiting to force and other students, may infringe upon privacy or copyright, and have a chilling effect on classroom discussion.Cell phones should be glum off. No ta lking on cell phones, text messaging, or emailing on laptops during class. Wait until after class to return any calls received. No listening to iPods or other electronic recording devices during class. Email Etiquette You are expected to write as you would in any professional correspondence. Email conference should be courteous and respectful in manner and tone. Do not send emails that are curt or demanding. Do not expect an immediate response via email (normally, a response will be sent within two business days).If your email question is sent at the last minute it may not be possible to send you a response before an assignment is due or a test is given. Do not post personal information about yourself or others about third parties to the class list serve. For example, if you are having trouble with a lab partner you should see the instructor in person to discuss the specifics of the issue. Participation If federation is used as part of calculating the students grade Becau se participation is counted as part of your grade, lacking(p) class could negatively impact your grade.Disrupting class could also lower your participation grade. Keep on the topic at hand. If you have questions off the accredited topic, address these outside of class at office hours or by email with the TA or instructor. Do not talk out of turn. Wait to be recognized before speaking and do not try to dominate a discussion with your questions or comments give others a fair opportunity to participate. Common Courtesy Do not read the newspaper during class. The shuffling of pages can be very distracting. Food and drink are discouraged in class. There may be quantify that you need a beverage or small snack during class. empty bringing in large meals or food that is noisy when unpackaged or chewed. Show respect for me and fellow classmates. Do not interrupt another who is speaking. It is alright to disagree with an idea but not okay to ridicule or make fun of another person and his/her ideas. increase voices, derogatory language, name-calling, and intimidating behavior will NOT be tolerated. Do not disturb others by engaging in disruptive behavior. Disruption interferes with the learning environment and impairs the ability of others to focus, participate, and engage.