The use of personal electronic devices in the classroom or other instructional space can contribute to instruction and learning. It is important to provide a learning environment respectful of all students and the instructor.
There is potential that some behaviour with these devices can interfere with the learning environment. Personal electronic devices include any device that electronically communicates, sends, receives, stores, reproduces or displays voice and/or text communication or data. These include, but are not limited to cellular phones, pagers, smart phones, music and media players, gaming devices, tablets, laptop computers and personal digital assistants.
Acceptable use of these devices in the classroom or other instructional space will be at the discretion of the instructor in consideration of individual student needs and the group learning environment. Acceptable uses of personal electronic devices include educational and emergency use in addition to student support.
When the use of electronic devices interferes with teaching or learning individuals may be asked to turn off or remove the device. Alternatively, they may be asked to leave the class or instructional space.