For any project you are submitting, you should be able to set research tools and notes aside and write your own code. In investigating suspected academic integrity violations, BloomTech staff may use the following questions to evaluate the situation: 1. Who created the original code and/or content? 2. For what purpose was that code and/or content created? 3. To what extent was the original code and/or content changed? Behavioral and Community Standards One of The Bloom Institute of Technology's most important jobs is building and maintaining a strong, supportive, positive learning environment that leads to successful career outcomes for all BloomTech Learners. BloomTech takes that job very seriously. Any activity (creating distractions, bullying, harassment, etc.) that negatively impacts the learning environment may result in being removed from the program. If removed from BloomTech for violations of the Catalog , Code of Conduct, Enrollment Agreement or other published policies, the Learner may qualify for a proration of their tuition. Professionalism and Respect BloomTech is a professional environment. It is expected that Learners act accordingly. Punctuality, timeliness, accountability, and open communication are crucial not only for a Learner's success at BloomTech, but also in their careers afterward. The professional expectations BloomTech requires of its learners are the same as a learner's future employers will expect of them. Professionalism should be a theme that runs through a learner's work and interactions at BloomTech. This includes communication via Slack, The Hub, Zoom, content of a learner's work, and naming conventions. A good rule of thumb is: if a Learner wouldn’t do or say it in front of an employer or colleagues at their job, they shouldn't do it here at BloomTech. BloomTech is fortunate to have Learners, instructors, and staff from extremely diverse backgrounds. Contribute to creating a positive experience for everyone by being respectful in communication. Learners are expected to do their part to make BloomTech a welcoming place to learn by encouraging their fellow Learners, offering support, and listening to others. BloomTech does not tolerate discriminatory, harassing, or insulting remarks to other Learners, instructors, staff, or anyone else, online or in person; for more detail see the Discrimination and Harassment policy below. Alcohol and Other Drugs Learners are expected to abide by local laws and regulations regarding the use of alcohol and other drugs. In addition, the following are considered violations if a learner does so while participating in BloomTech programs and activities: Page 24 of 58 REV 10/31/2022 This catalog applies to all students other than those who reside in CA, CO, GA, TX, and DC who have their own catalogs.