DISRUPTIVE
CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR
Student
behavior in the classroom that substantially or repeatedly interferes with the
ability of an instructor to teach or the ability of other students to learn is
a direct violation of the Statement of Student Responsibilities. While students
have the right to freedom of expression and belief, disagreement and dissent
must be expressed in a civil manner that does not disrupt the learning process.
The behavioral expectations extend beyond the formal classroom to field trips,
internship placement, and other off-site activities related to the fulfillment
of academic requirements.
Examples
of violating behavior may include, but are not limited to, the following:
·
loud
or irritating noises;
·
repeatedly
entering or leaving a classroom without explanation;
·
non-compliance
with reasonable requests from the instructor regarding class participation;
·
eating,
sleeping, or reading the newspaper during class;
·
intoxication
or drug impairment;
·
persistent,
disrespectful interruptions of others;
·
target
verbal attacks, beyond a reasonable statement of opinion, that may cause
humiliation or stress to another;
·
sexual
harassment;
·
computer
fraud and abuse;
·
hazing,
reckless endangerment;
·
blocking
the entrance to a classroom or building;
·
intentionally
damaging University facilities or equipment;
·
uttering
"fighting words" that may incite violence;
·
harassing
phone calls, threatening voice or e-mail, stalking;
·
threats or acts of violence.
*from
F.A.Q.S. of Student Life: A Faculty and Staff Resource Guide for Assisting
Students with Personal Concerns. Office of Student Affairs,
STATEMENT OF STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY:
I
understand that if I cause a behavior or discipline problem during the course,
the instructor has the right to dismiss me from the course. A behavior or
discipline problem is defined as any action which could result in myself or any other student being put at risk and/or causing
a distraction which reduces the opportunity for the other students to
concentrate and learn.
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Signed
Date
