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  Case: Virtual Learning & Inappropriate Behavior
The teacher is required to teach both in-person students and virtual students at the same time. Students online are required to keep their mic OFF (unless asking a question or responding to a question) and cameras OFF at all times. One Virtual student decided to keep their Mic ON while going to the bathroom. Disrupting the class with the noises of them using the bathroom. They also decided to say "Sorry, you have to hear me pee, I couldn't hold it anymore". The following week the student used offensive language to answer a question. Both times the teacher kicked the student out of the virtual classroom.

Was this the right solution? How does a teacher handle these new behavior issues that come with virtual learning?
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
I do not feel that removing the student entirely from the virtual classroom was the best form of action to take. The teacher could set some time apart with the student to speak, they could do this in a break out room. During this time, the teacher can go over behavior that is appropriate and behavior that is not appropriate while attending class. This would help set expectations to the student. Then after this, the teacher could provide a friendly reminder to the entire class about class expectations.