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Class Management

Maintaining a civil classroom environment seems to have become more and more difficult to do in recent years. Faculty, nation-wide mention this as a critical issue in their teaching. The resources below will be of use in working with issues of classroom management. It is recommended that you include the University of Oregon--Affirmation of Community Standards statement (or something similar) in your syllabus and discuss what it means to you on the first day of class.

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• Reducing Incivility in the University/College Classroom
  Patrick J. Morrissette from Brandon University has produced a well-researched, detailed report about incivility in the classroom and how to deal with it.
  
  
• Restoring Civility
  Several articles in the Thriving in Academe section of the NEA’s March 2000 Advocate Online newsletter focus on the topic of incivility and provide suggestions for classroom management.
  
  
• When New Teachers Meet the Classroom Terrorist: Cognitive Process for Dealing with Troublesome Students
  This in idepth article by Virleen M. Carlson details the experiences of two female graduate assistants dealing with troublesome students.
  
  
• University of Oregon--Affirmation of Community Standards
  The University of Oregon community is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge and the development of integrity. In order to thrive and excel, this community must preserve the freedom of thought and expression of all its members. The University Of Oregon has a long and illustrious history in the area of academic freedom and freedom of speech. A culture of respect that honors the rights, safety, dignity, and worth of every individual is essential to preserve such freedom. We affirm our respect for the rights and well-being of all members.
  
  We further affirm our commitment to:
  • respect the dignity and essential worth of all individuals
  • promote a culture of respect throughout the university community
  • respect the privacy, property, and freedom of others
  • reject bigotry, discrimination, violence, or intimidation of any kind
  • practice personal and academic integrity and expect it from others
  • promote the diversity of opinions, ideas, and backgrounds that is the lifeblood of the university
  
  An equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. This publication will be made available in accessible formats upon request.

 

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