The School of Pharmacy embraces appropriate technology use as a means to facilitate student learning and recognizes that it is the responsibility of faculty and preceptors to set and enforce expectations regarding the use of technology in their class, laboratory or experiential site. As a general rule, students may use computers, smart phones, and similar devices in the classroom and on pharmacy practice experiences only if they support teaching and learning activities. Other activities that distract students and prohibit them from fully participating in classroom learning and group work such as accessing social media sites, “surfing” the web, shopping, entertainment, text messaging, e-mailing, gaming and similar off-task behaviors are not permitted. In addition, all electronic devices must be in the “silent mode” and cell phones, pagers, and text messages should not be answered during class time.
Students should be aware that expectations for appropriate technology use can change based on the unique needs of specific teaching and learning experiences and that they should seek clarification from course instructors if there is any confusion. Violation of the School of Pharmacy Classroom Technology Use policy is a violation of the School of Pharmacy professionalism and honor code policies. Ensuring compliance with these policies is ultimately a shared responsibility between students, faculty members, and preceptors.