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When a student disrupts teaching<\/h1><\/div><\/div>
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We define ‘classroom disruption<\/strong>‘ as behavior a reasonable person would view as being likely to substantially or repeatedly interfere with the conduct of a class. Examples include yelling or being excessively loud, distracting other students, being under the influence of substances, refusing to leave or cooperate, disruption of property, threats of violence, acts of physical aggression, and may also include not complying with instructions, and escalating low-level behaviors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have ever experienced a challenging disciplinary situation in your classroom, you are not alone. The majority of students act in an appropriate and respectful manner; however, there are occasions when students will test the limits of acceptable classroom behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Student conduct that substantially or repeatedly interferes with the ability of an instructor to teach or the ability of other students to learn is a violation of the URI Student Handbook<\/a>. These expectations extend beyond the classroom to field trips, internship placement and other off-campus University activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PRACTICAL SUGGESTIONS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Confronting a disruptive student can be an uncomfortable experience. If a student\u2019s behavior obstructs or disrupts your ability to teach or the ability of others to learn, you may find the following suggestions helpful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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