Use of Technology in DPTE Classrooms and Labs

Do not use cell phones during class. If you have an urgent and important need that requires you to make or receive a phone call during class, please notify and seek permission from your instructor ahead of time. Limit use of laptops or other technological equipment to purposes of the class. Repeated use of technology in class and labs for personal and not academic purposes will be considered a violation of professional behavior.

• Cell phones/Smart Watches -Cell phones must be muted or off and stowed away during class and used/answered only in the case of an emergency. Use of messaging applications on smart watches is also prohibited. In special situations, please feel free to discuss an anticipated call with the instructor prior to class. Email, texting, social networking is prohibited in class and considered unprofessional behavior. During exams, all devices must be turned off.
• Use of laptop computers and tablets - Laptop computers and tablets may be used in class for note taking or class-related activities only. When taking class notes, web browsers, email, instant messaging should all be disabled. Use of computers/tablets for any other purpose (emails, web browsing) will result in the individual being prohibited from using the computer in future class sessions. Please keep computers closed during classmates’ presentations.