Classroom Conduct

1. Classroom Conduct Jeff Smith Student Judicial Affairs Officer Aims Community College

2. Agenda for Today Policy Review Disruptive Behavior Civility, Manners, and Etiquette What you can do to improve the class

3. Aims Policy 5-601 As members of an academic community, Aims' students are expected to conduct themselves in a mature and responsible manner. Students should at all times try to promote asense of cooperationwithin the College and work to build an atmosphere that will be most conducive to the goals of higher education within the institution.

4. Disruptive Behavior Although students have the right to free expression as guaranteed by the First Amendment, conduct which materially disrupts the normal operations of the College, which involvessubstantial disorder, or which invades the rights of other persons shall constitute misconduct.

5. For Example… Texting, emailing, or using cell phones/lap tops during class Arriving late or leaving early Talking or chit chat during lecture Obscene language Disrespectful or rude behavior Persistent arguing with the instructor Monopolizing conversation Frustrating efforts of the instructor to maintain control Violating class conduct provisions of course syllabi Verbally abusing or threatening anyone Under the influence of alcohol or drugs Others?

6. Civility, Manners, and Etiquette Civility Statement Aims Community College is committed to the highest standards of academic and ethical integrity, acknowledging that respect for self and others is the foundation of educational excellence. As such, we will cultivate an environment of mutual respect and responsibility. Whether we are students, faculty, or staff, we have a right to be in a safe environment, free of disturbance and civil in all aspects of human relations.

7. Manners and Etiquette 1-Think things out before you speak 2-Always be understanding and forgiving 3-Don’t speak loudly or interrupt 4-Speak with respect and avoid arguments 5-Be genuinely interested in others, be a good listener 6-Do not swear, smile and be friendly 7-Pay attention to how you carry yourself 8-Do not put others down or gossip 9-Use proper grammar and spelling, proofread everything 10-Breed sympathy, kindness, and tolerance

8. What Can You Do To Help You have the authority in the class and on campus--be professional and calm Take the first day of class to cover syllabus and your expectations You can address the issue when it happens You can ask the student to leave class You can excuse the entire class for the day if the student refuses to leave If volatile, call security or use your emergency button on the phone inside the classroom

9. Policy 5-601B(3)(f)(i) Faculty determination: If a student is unresponsive to a faculty member’s intervention and continues to be disruptive in the classroom, it is appropriate to ask that student to leave for that class session. Longer suspensions can be done only in accordance with college procedures.

10. Faculty Options Address the issue with the student and reference the Code of Conduct 5-601 (document this to your chair or supervisor) Inform the student in writing of the above and that future violations will not be tolerated Inform the student that future violations could include removal from class and trigger the Student Disciplinary Process If the student refuses to adhere to the Code of Conduct, inform the student (in a calm and professional manner) that they must leave class If the student refuses, call security and ask them to remove the student If the student becomes violent or physically aggressive in any way, call 911 from your classroom phone It is also permissible to excuse the entire class until the student is properly dealt with

11. Student Judicial Affairs Office First level of contact for issues of student misbehavior Evaluates and investigates complaints and allegations of student misconduct Provides counseling and conflict resolution in matters of student conduct Meets with students to gauge progress and provide support for continued personal development Regular follow up with students of concern Provides outreach and training regarding conduct policies, procedures, civility, and best practices

12. What Do We Tell Students? Attend class and pay attention Be on time and stay until the end Give full attention while the instructor or another student is speaking Show respect and concern for others by not monopolizing class discussions Turn off all electronic devices, including cell phones, pagers, MP3 players, ect. Refrain from text messaging at all costs Focus on class materials during class time Obtain permission from your instructor if you want to bring a visitor to class

13. Options for Everyone Remember, there could be other issues going on and you just happen to be the focal point Attempt to remain calm and professional with all interactions If dealing with a visibly upset person, try to deescalate the situation by using their name and do not engage in an argument Always keep your safety and the safety of those in your class the highest priority Never call out a student in front of others (Praise in public, reprimand in private) Be firm in your stance, uphold the Code of Conduct Good rule to follow on behavioral issues is to address the behavior once and if needed address a second time for clarification. Any additional addressing causes acceptance of the behavior and makes it difficult to enforce the Code.

14. Other Campus Resources Student Crisis Response Team Coordinated through Student Success Center Disability Access Services Coordinated by Dana Jones (x6251) Mediation, Assistance and Advocacy Program Coordinated by Ron Fay (x6359) Dean for Student Services Administers Student Code of Conduct and Student Disciplinary Process Professional Counseling No Cost appointments at College Center (x6445) Campus Resource Officers First Responder to emergencies and safety concerns 24/7 Contacted at (970)539-2171

15. Questions? Thank you Jeff Smith Student Judicial Affairs Officer Office of the Dean for Student Services Allied Health and Sciences #104 (970)339-6253