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Western Oregon University is committed to fostering a civil, understanding, and respectful community for all. Disruptive behavior can hinder the educational experience. However, many factors contribute to why a student participates in disruptive behavior, so it is important to approach these situations with sensitivity and to utilize the many resources available to support both you and the student.\u00a0<\/p>\n
For assistance and guidance, the Office of Student Conduct, Dean of Students, Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, Student Health and Counseling Center, Disability Access Services, and Student Success and Advising are available to you.<\/p>\n
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Minor Disruptions \u2013 reading unrelated material in class, using cell phones, leaving early, coming in late, side conversations, etc.<\/p>\n
Major Disruptions \u2013 cheating, plagiarism, shouting out in class, irrelevant questions, unusual behavior, unwanted attention to others.<\/p>\n
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Some students engage in behaviors that can be disruptive and sometimes disturbing. They may be immature, manipulative, or engage in disorderly conduct both in and out of the class. These behaviors actively hamper the ability of other students to learn and of faculty to teach.<\/p>\n
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[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Successful Expectation Planning and Referral” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”||||||||” title_text_color=”#db0a29″ global_colors_info=”{}” title__hover_enabled=”off|desktop”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
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Disruptive behavior should be reported to the Office of Student Conduct.\u00a0 Reporting helps everyone to ensure there is centralized record keeping. The student may also be acting out in other classes, so it is useful to know everything that is occurring in order to provide the most effective assistance. Disruptive behavior can be a cry for help, so reporting can enable the student to get the assistance they needs.<\/p>\n
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Students alleged of violating the Code of Student Responsibility<\/a> will receive a letter charging them with a violation of the Code and asking them to schedule an appointment with the Office of Student Conduct. The student will then meet with a member of the Office of Student Conduct to decide how they want to proceed. The student may choose between having their case heard by the Director of Student Conduct or the Student Conduct Committee. During this meeting, the Office of Student Conduct will discuss the student’s options and answer any questions they have.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Helping Troubled Students” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”||||||||” title_text_color=”#db0a29″ global_colors_info=”{}” title__hover_enabled=”off|desktop”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Preventing Classroom Misconduct” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”||||||||” title_text_color=”#db0a29″ global_colors_info=”{}” title__hover_enabled=”off|desktop”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In order to be proactive, it is important to let students know what you expect from them and what they can expect from you. One way to accomplish this is to place your expectations for classroom behavior in your syllabus. It might be appropriate to include expectations next to a section on academic dishonesty. This way you are placing students on notice of your expectations. Another suggestion is to hold a discussion in class early in the term. If you notice disruptive behavior, address it as soon as it begins to occur.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Preparing Your Syllabus” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”||||||||” title_text_color=”#db0a29″ global_colors_info=”{}” title__hover_enabled=”off|desktop”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n As you prepare the syllabus for the classes you are teaching, here are some suggestions to include:<\/p>\n Identify on your syllabus what your students can expect from you. 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Disruptive Behavior<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\nCivility, understanding and mutual respect toward all members of the University community are important to effectively maintain a University environment.\u00a0 Therefore, disruptive behavior does not have to be tolerated.\u00a0 However, there are many reasons why a student may act out in class, so it is important to deal with this issue sensitively.\n\nThere are many resources to help you and the student deal with disruptive behavior, and you are encouraged to utilize these resources as needed.\u00a0 The office of Student Conduct, the office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, the Student Health and Counseling Center, and Academic Advising are just a few of the offices available to assist.\n\nReporting Disruptive Behavior<\/strong>\n\nDisruptive behavior should be reported to the office of Student Conduct.\u00a0 Reporting helps everyone to ensure there is centralized record keeping.\u00a0 The student may also be acting out in other classes, so it is useful to know everything that is occurring in order to provide the most effective assistance.\u00a0 Disruptive behavior can be a cry for help, so reporting can enable the student to get the assistance he\/she needs.\u00a0 Reporting may also help avoid litigation issues.\n\nTypes of Disruptive Behavior<\/strong>\n
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Recognizing a Disruptive Student<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\nSome students engage in behaviors that are disturbing and disruptive.\u00a0 They may be immature, manipulative, or engage in disorderly conduct both in and out of the class.\u00a0 These behaviors actively hamper the ability of other students to learn and of faculty to teach.\n\nGuidelines for Dealing with a Disruptive Student<\/strong>\n
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