Abstract This paper explains the basic premise underlying the assertive discipline model of teaching. It then goes on to describe how assertive discipline can benefit and harm the education of children and presents arguments of critics on both sides of the issue.
From the Paper "According to the assertive discipline model, teachers have the right to determine what is best for their students, and to demand compliance. The model holds that pupils should not prevent teachers from teaching, nor should they keep other students from learning. Student compliance is important in creating and maintaining an effective and efficient learning environment. To develop and maintain this environment, teachers are encouraged to react assertively, as opposed to aggressively or non-assertively."
Abstract This paper discusses the attribute of assertiveness and its important role when faced with a conflict which needs to be resolved. The paper defines assertiveness and then differentiates it with aggressiveness.
From the Paper "Organizations in every part of the world deal with conflict on a daily basis. Employees must cope with supervisor demands, customer issues and office politics, which often lead to differences in opinion. Assertiveness within the workplace is crucial to resolving these internal conflicts. Assertive behavior demands that an individual consciously handle situations clearly and fairly. In order to better understand how to be assertive, one must also examine behaviors that may hinder conflict resolution: aggressiveness and non-assertiveness. Once an individual understands these differences, he or she can then make conscious decisions to appropriately assert him or herself during conflict resolution."
Abstract The writer of this paper contends and explains why assertive communication effectively aids individuals in achieving much needed self confidence as well as standing up for their own rights while not violating the rights of others. This paper details and examines the ins and outs of several viable assertiveness techniques.
From the Paper "Many analysts with expertise in the field of interpersonal communications contend that assertive communication skills are of real importance in ensuring that effective productive and informative communication exchanges take place in both personal and professional situations. Lindenfield Assertiveness as defined by Trenholm and Jensen consists of standing up for one's own rights without infringing on the rights of others. Further assertiveness in communication and other human interactions is adaptive behavior in that it is functional in a given context is self-enhancing generates positive feelings."
Abstract This paper looks at several approaches by different authorities regarding assertive behavior and the role it has in improving self-esteem. The paper then draws conclusions about the improvement of self esteem based on the information that is presented.
From the Paper "One way that a person can improve his or her self esteem is to practice assertive behavior. Assertive behavior can be defined as the ability to maintain control over a person's behavior and emotions in order to achieve the goals, results, or communications that he or she seeks. behavior is not aggressive and manipulative. Assertive actions are based on reason and self-awareness rather than as an emotional response to a situation. The authors of the book Don?t Say Yes When You Want to Say No state, "People with Excitatory Personalities do not fear their feelings. Frightened neither of closeness not combat, they act out of strength. The excitatory man knows who he is, what he wants. He is assertive" (17). The individual's strength is used to communicate needs and ideas rather than coercing other people. Traditional theories such as those of authors H. Fensterheim and J. Baer have several valid concepts, but they have limitations."
Abstract Assertiveness is an important communication skill that involves standing up for one's rights while respecting the rights of others. It enables us to express our feelings, opinions, beliefs and needs directly, openly and honestly. It also gives us confidence, increases our self-esteem and enhances our self-control in everyday situations. As a result, assertiveness improves our decision-making ability and increases our chances of getting what we really want from our lives. This paper explores various aspects of assertiveness including the difference between non-assertive (passive), aggressive and assertive behavior, describes different types of assertion, and discusses the gender and cultural differences in assertive communication.
Outline:
Abstract
The Difference Between Assertive, Aggressive, and Passive Behavior
Types of Assertion Gender and Culture Differences in Assertive Communication
Conclusion
Works Cited
From the Paper "Apart from the gender, a person's cultural background also influences the way in which he or she uses assertive language. In "collectivist" cultures such as that of Asian countries such as China, Japan or Korea, for example, individual rights are often considered to be subordinate to those of the group and values of humility, tolerance or subservience are considered as virtues; hence "assertive" behavior may not even be appropriate or desired in such cultures. In some cultures, it is particularly important to show respect and obedience to elders and parents; show of asserive behavior in front of elders would be considered to be particularly distasteful. On the other hand in countries where individualism is prized, assertiveness and standing up for one's rights are considered to be desirable behaviors."
Abstract This paper researches the effect of assertive discipline on social relationships in the classroom. The paper analyzes what assertive discipline is and how it works in a classroom environment, including steps for implementation. It then reviews the literature with regard to how effective this form of discipline is and how it affects the classroom dynamics.
Table of Contents:
Chapter One
Introduction
Objective
Introduction
Research Question
Rationale
Study Approach
Chapter Two
Review of the Literature
Catching Students Being Good
Assertive Discipline is a Behavioral Approach
Three Competencies of Assertive Discipline
Six Tasks of Assertive Discipline in the Classroom
Application of Assertive Discipline Approach
Key Ideas behind Assertive Discipline
Characteristics of the Assertive Discipline Model
Implementation of the Assertive Discipline Model
Benefits of the Assertive Discipline Approach
Logical Consequences
Ascending & Increasing Level of Consequences for Each Problem Behavior
Review of the Literature Reviewed
From the Paper "The teacher should always when speaking do so in a firm tone of voice and make eye contact with students, being responsive to appropriate behavior exhibited by students. Assertive Discipline is not difficult to implement and is effectively on a general basis. Assertive Discipline provides students who are misbehaving with the right type of attention for exhibiting good behavior. Parents are involved and through cooperation in discipline techniques, unproductive behaviors have been shown to lessen. Critics of the Assertive Discipline approach hold that children should be taught to follow rules simply because it is the right thing to do and further that the techniques of Assertive Discipline are forms of control that do not encourage critical thinking in the child and interferes with the child in development of self-reliance."
Abstract This paper states that assertiveness is a social proficiency, which gives vent to one's own rights and views, while preventing other people from taking advantage of oneself, and yet maintains due regard for the privileges of other individuals. The author points out that assertive managers make use of behaviors, which exploit their potential to achieve results, while promoting the people with whom they are closely associated in their work. The paper compares assertive managers to aggressive managers who regularly have problems in visualizing the opposite party's viewpoint.
From the Paper "Assertiveness is the excellence required by managers to tackle with specialists. Specialists will, by virtue of their nature, try to control weak managers. Assertiveness will allow the specialist understand what performance is anticipated. Assertive behavior does not pose any danger; nevertheless shed no doubt regarding the expectations of the managers and the person who is at the helm of affairs. Assertive Managers appreciate that they ought to take advantage of every chance to convey reliable messages regarding what they anticipate from others in their workplace."
Abstract This paper analyzes the classroom discipline system that was developed in 1976 by Lee and Marlene Canter, assertive discipline. The paper discusses the approach of assertive discipline and how the use of the assertive discipline program allows for the easy use of strategies that are practical for successful behavior management in the classroom when used by a teacher who works at building personal and trusting relationships with students.
From the Paper "In addition, some things that will be helpful if you begin to use the Assertive Discipline approach would be to speak in a firm tone of voice, make eye contact with students, and be responsive to students when the proper behavior is exhibited. Assertive Discipline does not seem to be a difficult plan to implement and studies show that it is effective in classrooms for students with special needs and behavioral problems. Consistently giving the students the opportunity to think logically about what the results of their actions would be, should they choose to engage in a behavior that is not appropriate, will only increase the likelihood that they will develop into self-reliant adults."
Abstract A look at the role of assertion and self-efficacy in the counseling process. The author examines the uses of assertion from the client and the counselor's perspective.
From the Paper "Assertiveness, along with self-efficacy, plays an important role in the counseling process. To be effective, various situations often require assertive responses and approaches. Counselors can help a great deal in understanding issues that stand in the way of self-esteem, assertion, and self-efficacy, by directing clients toward re-examining their assumptions."
Abstract This paper shows the seriousness of the problem of violence in middle schools and comes up with ideas that will help to show how this problem can be reduced in size. The paper first analyzes the problem in question to determine just how serious it actually is, and then use that seriousness as a wake-up call for those that have been looking the other way and avoiding dealing with the issue. The method of assertive discipline is examined and proposed. Paper includes charts, questionnaires and appendix.
Outline:
Chapter 1
The Problem and its Components
Introduction
Problem Background
Literature Review
Purpose of the Study
Hypotheses
Limitations/Delimitations
Definition of Terms
Importance of the Study
Chapter 2
Review of Literature
Introduction
Assertive Discipline
Zero Tolerance Studies
Preventive Discipline Studies
School Climate Studies
Classroom Management Strategies Studies
Criticism of Assertive Discipline
Summary
Chapter 3
Methodology
Introduction
Research Design
Selection of Participants
Instrumentation
Assumptions
Procedures
Data Processing and Analysis
Appendix
Assertive Discipline Questionnaire
References
From the Paper "The problem of discipline in schools is something that has been studied for quite some time. It became significant originally in the 1980s, but the issue has continued to progress. Some students are having discipline problems at very high rates today, and it is believed that the way that these students are disciplined may have something to do with whether they are 'learning their lesson' when they do get into trouble for something, or whether they do not see the disciplinary process as being effective enough to cause them to modify their behavior.
Recent interviews with teachers have indicated that the discipline problems that they see in their middle school classrooms today are worse than they have ever seen in the past (Colavecchio & Miller, 2002). Naturally, this is a concern. This problem is indicative not only of the fact that discipline problems are on the rise, but also indicative of the fact that the problems that students have with discipline are beginning to manifest themselves at younger ages. These problems are seen with all types of students, including those that are in gifted classrooms where discipline would not be thought to be a problem (Smutny, 2000)."
Abstract This paper analyzes the poem "The Raven" by Edgar Allen Poe. Specifically it considers Poe's assertion that the ultimate subject for a work of art is the death of a beautiful woman. Poe's assertion that death begets art is seen in light of many of the world's greatest works of fiction and poetry. The author concludes that the death of a beautiful woman as a powerful good literary device was used effectively in "The Raven."
From the Paper "While the poem is heart wrenching, there is also something dark and sinister lingering below the surface. The black bird seems evil and devilish somehow, and the narrator concurs when he shrieks, "'Prophet!' said I, 'thing of evil!--prophet still, if bird or devil!'" (Poe). Why does a "thing of evil" bring memories to the narrator? What is the background of the pair of lovers? It is easy to see the narrator is lonely, but why is he so tormented? There is something missing in the equation here, and whatever it is seems sinister and foreboding. Poe uses this dark underbelly of life in many of his works, leaving the reader with a sense of fear and horror that linger. Lenore is a device to add depth and emotion to the poem, but as she dwells with "the angels" the reader must wonder just what happened to her, and what the narrator had to do with it. There is more than simply longing and grief in the poem, there is something darker that dwells in the very souls of so many of us. Poe saw the world darkly, and that is evident in this poem and many of his other works. Lenore is a sexual and sensual device, but she is certainly not the only device. The dark, haunting quality of the poem is another device that helps create outstanding and dramatic art."
Abstract This paper compares and contrasts police agencies' behavior and processes. The paper discusses aspects such as roles and responsibilities, time management skills, decision-making strategies and conflict resolution plans. Also discussed are how police agencies can become a high-performance team by addressing peak and valley performance and times, through assertiveness, by setting realistic time limits, and by prioritizing responsibilities and tasks.
Table of Contents:
Roles and Responsibilities
Peak and Valley Performance and Time Management Skills
Decision Making Strategies and Prioritizing
Conflict Resolution Plans
Assertiveness Realistic Time Limits
From the Paper "When setting realistic time limits it is important to set reachable goals that can be accomplished within a set time. When preparing a daily list of activities that need to be accomplished it is also important to prepare a time schedule for each of the activities. It is important to plan enough time for each the activities and to tackle the goals at the same time everyday which can make it easier to follow the schedule and to maintain an active approach for each of the goals. It is also a good idea to schedule some time for flexibility or in other words to unscheduled some time because it can be very easy to over schedule your daily activities. Procrastination is the biggest problem when managing time. When rethinking a decision that has already been made can waste time, when you make a decision it is important to move on to the next project."
Abstract The paper discusses how the practice of discipline has always been a sensitive subject, particularly the practice of it in schools and how teachers tread that fine line between being overly lenient and being too harsh. It explores the three main discipline methods in the market currently ? noncoercive discipline, assertive discipline and cooperative discipline and discusses their advantages and disadvantages. It shows how by adopting the positive elements of each method and combining them in practice, a teacher is able to sustain a school environment conducive to learning as well as being able to attend to the individual needs of students who struggle with personal issues and therefore misbehave in class.
From the Paper "The basic premise of Glasser's theory of noncoercive discipline is that the primary problem involving discipline is not about actions of defiance or disruption on the part of the student. It has more to do with the student's strong feelings of apathy and indifference towards getting more involved in class projects and activities. Glasser believes that pupils are indifferent when their needs are largely being ignored. These needs revolve around a sense of belonging, power and freedom as well as an element of fun. The student needs to feel like he or she is a bona-fide member of the class and the school."
Abstract Analysis of several poems and stories that reflect how individuals seek to assert themselves in their society. The works of writers include E.A. Robinson's RICHARD CORY, William Faulkner's BARN BURNING, Sherwood Anderson's WINESBURG, OHIO, Ralph Ellison's THE INVISIBLE MAN, Langston Hughes' HARLEM and Claude McKay's IF WE MUST DIE. Theme of class differences.
From the Paper "A major conflict in society and in literature is that between the individual and the group, between the individual and his or her society. Many writers delve into this theme in different terms, but often the conflict can be discerned in terms of class differences. It is true that Americans like to think we do not have social classes, but in fact we do, shaped less around questions of birth as in Europe and more around economic distinctions, racial differences, and even the job one has. These sorts of distinctions are important in the way the individual seeks to assert him or herself and the way society wants that individual to be in several stories and poems to be discussed below.
One of the major poems suggesting first that there is a sense of social class in America and second that the hierarchy..."
This paper looks into the ways in which youths are influenced by culture. The writer asserts that the level of influence differs greatly between Japanese and American adolescents.
Abstract Culture gives or teaches a person the acceptable behavior patterns, influences a society's arts, beliefs, institutions, and all other products of human work and thought. The writer uses this definition of culture in asserting that Japanese youth have a strong sense of culture passed down through ancient ritual and respect for elders. The paper further proves that American youth do not have this strong tie to the past.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Youth and Universal Phenomena
Peer Group Identification
Identity
Conclusion
From the Paper "A study was conducted in which high school ages youth were asked to rank probable professions and there level of prestige. When the questionnaire was first done, they were identical; the question written in English, then translated into Japanese. The researchers found that in this area, cultural aspects played an important role. Most of the Americanized questions were misunderstood or not relevant to the Japanese youth. The questionnaires had to be redone in order to conduct the survey (Ramsey and Smith 476). However, once the questionnaires were properly done, the two groups showed striking similarities, the top five of each set of youth sharing four of the same occupations. The four shared were College Professor, Medical Doctor, Lawyer, and Corporate Executive, all have high pay and social status in common (Ibid 477)."
