Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM)—Osteopathic Medicine Program 2023–2024 155 3. Zoom Meetings/Remote Testing Dress Code Osteopathic medical students are expected to conduct themselves as medical professionals in every setting, including Zoom or other online settings. Attending Zoom classes or Zoom meetings should be considered the same as attending in person. The same standards of behavior and dress code apply whether students are present, on campus or virtually. The following guidelines are to assist students in making good decisions regarding virtual/computerbased classes and meetings: Do • Get ready for class just as you would an in-person class. Dress and groom as you would for an in-person class, have textbooks and other materials you need for class with you and find a place where you can remain alert and focused such as near a window or lamp. • Attend class through a laptop or computer. Phones and tablets may not work very well. • Make sure your audio works. You need to be able to hear and be heard by others. Earphones, earbuds, and headsets can improve audio and should always be used if others are nearby. Occasional audio problems are expected, but if your audio regularly breaks up and you can’t hear or be heard, seek a device upgrade or a better Wi-Fi location. • Before class, review the plan for the day’s session. Check the syllabus and the most recent announcement or email that your professor has sent so you. • Engage during class using the communication channels your instructor recommends. Instructors may ask that you use the icons and features available in Zoom (like the hand-raising option). Speak up directly, use the chat, answer polls, or participate in other interactive elements—or they may encourage use of many channels. • Pay attention and show that you are doing so. Try taking notes during lectures and even discussions to help you retain knowledge and stay focused. The act of note-taking, especially by hand, focuses attention; students also pay attention better if they are actively involved—ask and answer questions, offer contributions. In short, speak up. • Have your camera turned on. Unless instructed by the instructor, it is KPCOM’s policy that students have their camera turned on and show themselves in the picture during Zoom sessions. Having the video on helps most students stay engaged and attentive. • Make eye contact. Position your Zoom window close to the webcam so that other viewers look at you directly. • Mute yourself when not speaking. Background noise is distracting for others, and even whispered conversations and rustling of papers are picked up easily by mics. • Put away your phone and close unnecessary applications and browser windows. The easiest way to resist temptation is to remove temptation. You can’t chat with friends and focus on class. In addition, fewer applications open will increase your connectivity. • Remember to sign out or leave the meeting when the session is finished.
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