Please keep these policies in mind when in a DWRL class and when working on a DWRL computer during open hours:

• Turn away from the computers and pay attention during class discussions or lectures. By doing so, you will avoid distracting your classmates with the beeping of the machine and clicking of the keys. In addition, you can prevent instructors from having to repeat themselves, especially when they are giving detailed instructions about working with the computers themselves.
• Classes in the DWRL are made up of students with varying levels of computer expertise. If you have technical experience, please be considerate of those who do not. Try not to act bored during these times of instruction. Such behavior can distract others and alienate you from your classmates. Instead, offer what help you can to others if they seem lost or confused. Thus you will not only help your colleague, but you will create goodwill for yourself and a collaborative atmosphere in the class, both of which are only to your advantage.
• On the other hand, if you are a novice computer user, do not be afraid to ask questions of your classmates or instructor, even when it seems that everyone around you is "getting it." Instructors don't know what areas are mysterious unless students ask for clarification, and they will be more than happy to answer your questions. There is a good chance that some of your fellow classmates have the same questions as you, and your instructor needs to know this. Don't be intimidated into silence.
• Be sure to bring to class all your required materials: disks, notes, textbooks, handouts. If your teacher allows you class time for projects, don't work on other courses or personal business. Make use of your limited time in the classroom, and take advantage of the opportunities the course offers you. When you leave, be sure to take with you everything you brought in, and clean up your work area. Always log out of the computer before leaving for the day.
• Make use of the open hours in the lab. If you have questions or need help, ask a proctor in the lab. Lab proctors are experienced instructors who are there to help you with the equipment, although they cannot compose your work for you or necessarily help you with every program available for your use in the lab. They will do their best to assist you; in return, please be courteous and respectful to them, especially when they are working with a number of students all at once.
• If you are using the multimedia station in Parlin 102 or if you are listening to an audio broadcast on a lab computer, use common sense and wear headphones when appropriate so as not to distract others. In class, instructors will indicate whether or not they prefer you to work with headphones; headphones are available at several campus stores for around $10.
• Phone conversations, personal conferences, and loud chatter should be conducted outside of the labs.
• You should respond professionally and responsibly in any class e-mail list and discussion forum post. Take the time to proofread your responses before posting them and try to avoid inflammatory remarks or personal attacks. Remember that your responses will be archived for future research and the general public may be able to read your responses.