Regulations

IR 6410 Electronic Devices in the Learning Environment

Section: 6000 Instruction
Sub Section: 6400 Technology
Title: IR 6410 Electronic Devices in the Learning Environment
Primary Policy: SP 2610 Student Code of Conduct
Associated Policies: NA
Associated Regulations: NA
References: NA
Supersedes: NA
Responsible Administrator: Chief Academic Officer
Initial Approval: 09-12-2013	Last Revision: 09-21-2016

Electronic devices, including, but not limited to, laptop/netbook/tablet computers, cellular devices, e-readers, and MP3 players will be turned off within the learning environment. Exceptions include the use of such devices for medical emergencies or contact which must be maintained due to work requirements. In such cases the student must advise the instructor and the device must be in “silent mode.” The instructor may make adjustments to this regulation for specific usage in their unique learning environments. The usage of such electronic devices in relation to approved ADA accommodation is exempt from this regulation.

Disciplinary actions related to the violation of this regulation may include but are not limited to: a verbal warning to the student; the student being asked to leave the learning environment; reduction in the grade for an assignment or examination.

DOCUMENT HISTORY:

09-12-2013:		Initial approval of regulation IR 6410 Electronic Devices in the Learning Environment.
09-16-2015:		Revision of position title Vice President of Learning to Chief Academic Officer.
09-21-2016:		The College Board of Trustees approved the name change of the college from Three Rivers Community College to Three Rivers College.
07-01-2020:		Altered to reflect only the physical learning environment.