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Respect isn’t an old school concept.</p>
<p>If you consider it from a different angle, texting in class is simply not a smart move. As others have pointed out, if the professor notices that you’re the kid who always texts during class, then s/he will be much less inclined to grant your request for an extension or listen to your plea for a higher mark. You won’t be taken seriously. Even when you disregard the respect issue, some actions shouldn’t be performed even if they can be.</p>
<p>And unless you’re sitting in the back row of a large auditorium with no one else around you, you can never be sure that you’re not distracting someone. The professor may not notice, but the people around you will. You might think texting is “quiet,” but it’s actually a very audible activity. I do get distracted when people around me text during class because I can hear the clicking, and it drives me nuts.</p>
<p>On the other hand, I haven’t witnessed any hat issues in class. One time, my own instructor (who was probably in his twenties) wore a baseball cap during class. I found it odd at the time but wasn’t terribly bothered. I’ve seen other students wear caps in class without any bad consequences. However, I do know a professor who does not allow any hats in class (he also doesn’t allow cellphones and laptops).</p>