Traditional Classroom:
Definition:
Disruptive class behavior is behavior that, in the judgment of the instructor, impedes other students’ opportunity to learn and which directly and significantly interferes with class objectives.
Examples: (Adapted from Amada, 1999)
Disruptive class behavior is behavior that, in the judgment of the instructor, impedes other students’ opportunity to learn and which directly and significantly interferes with class objectives.
Examples: (Adapted from Amada, 1999)
- Grandstanding – the attention seeking student who monopolizes classroom time often is characterized by others as obnoxious or pontificators.
- Prolonged Chattering – students who talk among themselves while the class is in session. This behavior is rude and distracting to others.
- Excessive Lateness – students who abuse class attendance policies, including but not limited to, tardiness and disturbs the orderly functioning of the class.
- Overt Inattentiveness – students that express disinterest in the class, from just seeming to be bored to more visible displays of not engaging in the class (Unapproved use of electronic devices)
- Unexcused Exits from Class – students who repeatedly leave class without permission. This behavior is considered by many sources as the second most common disruptive traditional classroom behavior just behind cellular phones and electronic devices.
- Disputing the Instructor's Authority and Expertise - students who attack the instructor’s knowledge, background, and expertise. This behavior should not be misconstrued with civil discourse and discussion nor debating ideas/events. It is typically a repetitive type of dispute that impedes classroom instruction and learning.
- Verbal or Physical Threats, to Students or Faculty – students who make verbal or physical threats or exhibit intimidating behaviors.