Abstract This paper discusses child discipline and the effect of parenting styles on behavioral outcomes. The paper explores the role of the family as the primary socializing factor and fundamental social unit in the development of behavior and personality. Specific issues include the developing of self-esteem, reinforcement techniques and positive and negative types of discipline, including spanking.
From the Paper "The family is the primary socializing factor and fundamental social unit in the development of one's behavior and personality, imposing a roles and expectations based..."
Abstract A paper on child discipline and techniques at home and school. The paper looks at: What works and what doesn't. What are reasons why kids act out to have to be disciplined. Are some kids worse. What are the differences between stay-at-home parents and working parents in discipline problems.
Abstract This paper explains what positive discipline entails, examining its purpose, its methods and its implementation. The paper also discusses the effect of positive discipline on a student's self-esteem and presents an example of the application of positive discipline in a preschool classroom situation.
From the Paper "The purpose of positive discipline is to enhance children's ability to control their behaviors, take responsibility for their actions and make appropriate decisions. More than just eliciting the desired behaviors from the children, positive discipline places a strong emphasis on promoting the healthy development of children. Essentially, the implementation of discipline should not lead to the degradation of the self-esteem and dignity of the children. Rather, children should be empowered in the process of learning how to make decisions and displaying desired behaviors."
Abstract This paper examines the theories of discipline and obedience in the Montessori method of education for children. It begins with a definition of terms intrinsic to this philosophy, and them moves to explain how they are central and interconnected to the Montessori philosophy. It concludes that self-control and personal freedoms allow each student to develop into a normalized person.
From the Paper "Discipline and Obedience in the Montessori Philosophy Dr. Maria Montessori came to develop her philosophies regarding discipline and obedience from her work with both children with and without special needs. From her beliefs that one must enable and observe the child to interact with the environment stemmed a school system which involves supporting the student in their own natural surroundings, yet transfiguring this environment to allow the student to achieve higher levels of success. As thus her ideas surrounding the models of discipline and obedience are central in allowing the young student to aim towards their inner potential. As discipline and obedience are connected through the natural growth and aims of each individual student and teacher, the normalization of each child is fostered by the freedoms allowed to them in the environment prepared and cultivated to be replicated the natural environment by the teacher. For Montessori followers, disciple and obedience are truly linked to"
Abstract This paper relates that in order to truly understand the need for administrative disciplinary support within the classrooms, one first needs to understand what the classroom discipline problem is and why teachers alone are unable to provide effective classroom management, and should not be expected to. To provide an idea of the disciplinary problems found in the classroom, this paper will take a brief look at the challenges created by the increasing number of students with behavioral and/or emotional disorders.
Outline:
Introduction
The Need for Administrative Disciplinary Support
The Principal's Role
From the Paper "Finally, as has been previously alluded to, the principal must also act as an administrative resource to the individual classroom teacher. By resource it is meant that the principal must devote time and money towards educating classroom teachers on disciplinary issues and classroom management strategies. The school should devote in-service time to this topic, along with having the administration open to teachers to come and discuss disciplinary questions and issues with them."
Abstract This essay examines how certain programs can reduce specific discipline problems and how teachers can uphold an effective class environment. One of the optimal ways of dissuading bullying and disruptive behavior in the classroom, according to the paper, is to encourage more pro-social behavior among students, according to a study examined in the paper. Other evidence from research supports that positive re-enforcement for good behavior is more effective than punishing undesirable behavior.
From the Paper "Reinforcement is important for the learning process, but in many classrooms there are discipline problems and the teacher must be prepared to deal with this type of behavior before it becomes a threat to student learning goals. A student talking or being disruptive, such as a student interrupting class activities over and over again, is disrupting the rest of the class, because every time the student does this, everyone else in the class looks up from their work and talks to each other. "
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 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 In this research study, the writer discusses the issue of discipline. The writer points out that the research is based on the hypothesis that the problem is not with the children, but that it is with the method of discipline. The research then explores a new philosophy regarding discipline issues. The writer explains that the Love and Logic Institute has developed a method of discipline that is adaptable to a number of learners and their individual personalities. The writer relates that the literature review reveals that discipline systems that focus on punishing for negative behaviors are inadequate due to their lack of reinforcement for positive behaviors. The writer concludes that the Love and Logic program has many benefits in the relationships that it builds.
Outline:
Rationale
Hypothesis and Research Questions
Literature Review
Discipline in Schools
Discipline that Supports Instruction
Methodology
Discipline that Establishes and Fosters Positive Relationships
Works Cited
From the Paper "Unless the discipline method can be adjusted for each child, it is not likely to yield satisfactory results. Current discipline methods are a one size fits all approach where there are set punishments for certain sets of behaviors. The problem is that all children are not one size and what is a punishment for one may be a reward for another. Take for instance the child that is highly introverted and does not like to be in the classroom with the other children. In this case removing the child from classroom and isolating them would not be a punishment. Instead, removing the child from the rest of the class would be a reward and would be likely to increase the behavior rather than decrease it. "
Abstract This paper examines Richard J. Foster's work "The Celebration of Discipline", which attempts to portray the often contradictory aspects of the Christian life, while also showing that such measures are obligatory for all those wanting to live an authentic Christian experience. The paper maintains that the book remains an important and relevant work on Christian spirituality because of the timeless truths it contains, and the way in which it addresses so many of the issues associated with contemporary notions of spirituality. Specifically, the paper evaluates Foster's work by primarily focusing on the three classical groups of disciplines outlined by the author, which include "The Inward Disciplines" (meditation, prayer, fasting, and study), "The Outward Disciplines" (simplicity, solitude, submission, and service), and "The Corporate Disciplines" (confession, worship, guidance, and celebration).
Outline:
Introduction
Reflections of a Disciplined Life
Conclusion
From the Paper "There are few people that would deny that true Christian spirituality only occurs through the existence of a deep and personal relationship with God that is usually marked by the practice of both inward and outward spiritual disciplines. Even so, there are relatively few Christians who practice the wide variety of disciplines outlined in Foster's work due to the way in which modern Christianity has tended to distinguish spirituality through an increasingly narrower worldview. Many churches, for example, encourage the use of disciplines such as prayer and Bible study, while tending to ignore others such as meditation and fasting because they are often seen as either being extreme or even unbiblical. "
Abstract Discusses whether students are disciplined differently because of their ethnicity. Role of discipine within the classroom and classroom management. Relationship of discipline to effective learning. Role of teachers regarding discipline & skills needed. Examples of racially motivated discipline. Zero-tolerance policy of certain behaviors. Different discipline for minority & white students. Role of outside stresses on misbehavior in school.
From the Paper "This paper is an exploration of the relationship between discipline and race in the classroom and the issue of discipline itself as part of the teacher's job. It examines the question of whether students are disciplined differently because of their ethnicity and looks at the role of discipline within the classroom. Educators agree that discipline is essential to the learning process, but debate rages about the extent and nature of discipline necessary to effective learning. In addition, since many educators would argue that students learn differently and that some of those differences can be attributed to their backgrounds, does it then follow that discipline must also be applied in different ways to different students, in part according to their backgrounds? This paper will argue that ethnicity is, in fact, a component of the contemporary..."
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 examines how employee discipline in the government sector, particularly in the field of law enforcement, requires careful management and facilitation by its employers. Employee discipline is usually implemented whenever there is an occurrence of misconduct among the employees of an organization, be it in the business or government sector. It looks at how progressive employee discipline is identified as the most popular and common method of monitoring and implementing employee discipline and how it is a good way of motivating employees to perform their best not only because they are under evaluation, but because they are determined to perform their best in order to contribute positively to the progress and development that the employee belongs to.
From the Paper "Progressive discipline may be the most popular and often used method of employee discipline, but this does not mean that progressive discipline will not be susceptible to any disadvantages. One of the disadvantages of progressive discipline is that it is time-consuming, exhaustive, and expensive to conduct. The everyday monitoring of employee performance requires a lot of time, money, and effort to conduct. There is also the problem of assigning a reliable conductor of the progressive discipline process. If the employer himself will conduct the implementation of this method of employee discipline, it will require a lot of time for the employer, especially since progressive discipline monitoring is demanding in time and effort. Another disadvantage of progressive employee discipline is that reliability of employee performance is low; the conductor cannot be sure if the results of these monitoring programs will yield a reliable result since employees tend to perform their best whenever the employer is around or the employee has prior knowledge of the monitoring to be conducted. "
Abstract This paper examines how, from the time schools came into being, they have been ensuring discipline. It also shows how educational literature puts discipline in a variety of diverse theoretical schemes, from a basic necessity of every educational function to the most important mission of education. Through a literature review, it discusses whether ?discipline? should be handling how to avert bad behavior or punishing it and how several behavioral and security protections can be obtained to support an optimistic school environment and an organized school discipline.
From the Paper "Students have to be imparted the appropriateness of conduct, school and classroom regulation and how to abide by them. Evidently this will be looked into in a varied manner, contingent on the age or grade standards of the students. Kids who are lower than the fourth grade need a great amount of directive and observance of classroom rules and procedures. Effectual management, particularly in the earlier grades, is more instructional instead of a disciplinary venture. Efficient managers, entertain their students to the student responsibility by instruction and modeling. It is pertinent that these teachers are regular in expressing demands and scrutinizing compliance, but the most vital matter is to ensure that students understand what is to be done primarily."
Abstract This paper begins with a discussion on the etymology of the word discipline and its definition. It continues to highlight different methods of discipline and offers examples to qualify points made. In conclusion, the author summarizes the paper and offers a personal opinion on discipline and child rearing.
Table of Contents:
A Brief History of Child Discipline Punishment
Corporal Punishment
Deprivation
Positive Reinforcement
Summary
Works Cited
From the Paper "The views of children have changed drastically throughout history. We've gone from viewing children as little adults until just recently, understanding the developmental necessity that discipline serves. In the past, discipline was seen as means to control and mold children into obedient and socially successful women, who in turn become good wives and mothers. Little boys were raised to be strong, masculine, and intelligent leaders and protectors. Men were expected to become professionals typically in the same line of work as their fathers and bring home enough money to support the family. While similar goals exist today, there is more equality among the goal and expectations of men and women. Discipline is now aimed at raising socially, emotionally, and professionally intelligent individuals with more opportunity than before. Corporal punishment or spankings were popular in the past."
