1. Purpose
This Terms of Service was last updated on October 1, 2025.
Bridge to University’s instructors play a central role in ensuring academic excellence and maintaining trust with learners. This policy defines professional expectations and ethical obligations for all instructors and academic facilitators.
2. Professional Conduct
Instructors are expected to:
- Uphold the highest standards of academic integrity and fairness.
- Treat all learners equitably, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, nationality, or ability.
- Maintain clear and professional communication in all formats (email, chat, forums, live sessions).
- Refrain from using language or imagery that may be discriminatory or offensive.
- Avoid conflicts of interest or personal relationships with learners that may compromise objectivity.
3. Instructional Responsibilities
Instructors must:
- Provide accurate, updated, and accessible learning materials.
- Deliver live sessions and recorded lectures punctually.
- Respond to learner queries within reasonable timeframes (typically within 48 hours).
- Provide constructive, unbiased, and timely feedback on assessments.
- Ensure all grading follows transparent, published criteria.
4. Data Privacy & Confidentiality
Instructors must:
- Protect learner personal data in compliance with the Bridge to University Privacy Policy and GDPR principles.
- Never disclose learner information to unauthorized persons or external entities.
- Secure all digital files, communications, and recorded sessions against misuse.
5. Academic Integrity
Instructors are responsible for:
- Detecting and reporting plagiarism, impersonation, or cheating.
- Using plagiarism detection tools where applicable.
- Upholding the same ethical standards they expect from learners.
6. Use of Digital Resources
- All digital materials (slides, videos, notes) must comply with copyright and open educational resource (OER) standards.
- Unauthorized distribution of internal course content is strictly prohibited.
- Instructors should ensure that any third-party materials used are properly licensed or cited.
7. Interaction and Feedback
- Maintain professional distance and decorum in all communications.
- Avoid favoritism or biased treatment of learners.
- Report any harassment or misconduct observed during classes to the Academic Affairs Office immediately.
8. Conflict of Interest
Instructors must disclose any potential conflicts such as:
- Dual employment with a competing institution.
- Private tutoring relationships with current learners.
- Financial or personal interests that could affect impartiality.
9. Violations and Disciplinary Measures
Violations may result in:
- Written warning or probation
- Suspension from teaching duties
- Termination of contract
- Legal action in cases of gross misconduct or data breach All investigations will be confidential and handled by the relevant forums.
10. Policy Acknowledgment
All instructors must acknowledge and sign this policy before commencing teaching activities on Bridge to University’s platform.
11. Policy Updates
Bridge to University reserves the right to update this policy to align with evolving academic and legal frameworks. Instructors will be notified of any material changes via email or official communication channels.
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact:
📧 contact@bridgetouniversity.com
🌐 www.bridgetouniversity.com
