cell phones in lecture and lab

[robert zellmer]

What about cell phones in class?   I know how "important" it is to
always be connected to others now a days.   I would appreciate them
not ringing in class.   I'm not going to throw you out of class if it 
happens
to ring but it will cause a momentary disruption.   Also, if you are texting
or surfing the web that's up to you but it may mean you miss something.
Contrary to popular belief, people are not all that capable of multitasking
and actually getting anything useful out of what you are experiencing.
Who knows, some day I may call on you in class and ask what I just said
or ask you a question and if you are busy with other things you may not be
able to answer.

How about cell phones in lab?  We do *NOT *allow cell phones *in lab*
unless the TA gives specific permission to do so.  They need to be put away
in your book bags (not just in the storage bins at each lab station or 
in your
pocket).  We want you paying attention to what your doing. Otherwise you
could make a mistake, have an accident, not finish the exp., etc. If the TA
sees you using your cell phone w/o permission they will deduct points from
your lab grade.  We also don't allow computers/tablets either, unless given
permission.

The same applies to the review/quiz sessions.  No cell phones allowed.
Actually, for quizzes and exams nothing electronic is allowed except an
allowed calculator.  All other electronics have to be turned off and put 
away.
Even electronic watches have be removed and put away.

Dr. Zellmer
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