Faculty,
Western Iowa Tech Community College strives to support a positive learning environment for all. Occasionally, students exhibit disruptive behaviors in the classroom, department or faculty offices, or through communications such as email. Online communication, including online class forums and email, present its own challenges in setting expectations for behavior, and subsequently, dealing with disruptive students. This guide aims to assist Western Iowa Tech Community College faculty members in preventing and responding to disruptive student behaviors.
Please know that you are supported in addressing disruptive behavior. Per the Western Iowa Tech Community College Code of Conduct, the instructor has the authority and responsibility to maintain a positive learning environment in the interest of covering the subject and providing an optimal educational experience for all students within the boundaries of Western Iowa Tech Community College policies. We acknowledge that there are limitations to your role as a faculty member. This guide will outline some common factors that influence disruptive behaviors, strategies to minimize and address these behaviors, along with resource and referral information.
Disruptive behavior should be appropriately addressed, regardless of the cause so that a positive learning environment is preserved.
Sincerely,
Students & Faculty Environment Team
