This study attempted to: 1) form a testable hypothesis from data on ways teachers defiine disorderly behavior in the classroom, and 2) to substantiate the claim that it is fruitful to study the definition of a situation outside the laboratory. (CB)

The disciplinary policy at Chapelle Elementary School in Ypsilanti (Michigan), developed with staff participation, classifies some student behavior as "unacceptable" or "inappropriate." Either behavior requires the teacher to fill out a pink slip and send it with the student to the principal's office, but only unacceptable…

Discusses the implementation and utilization of specific behavioral skills and techniques designed to aid the parent or teacher in dealing with disciplinary and disruptive behaviors both within the home and the school, which enable the teacher or parent to effectively communicate with the child. (Author/CM)

Looking at the emotional and academic needs of the chronically disruptive student, the author proposes a temporary alternative class, emphasizing self-esteem development and individualized instruction, as the best programmatic solution. (SJL)

Results support the effectiveness of the Rational Behavior Therapy disciplinary intervention model. The specific problem behavior and the child's attention to classwork and homework were significantly improved. Disciplinary recidivism showed extraordinary differentiation between the groups. This improvement did not generalize to the students'…

Reviews the 1997 amendments to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act in the context of the law's history. Focused on are changes in Individualized Education Program requirements, mediation as a conflict resolution option, discipline of students in special education, and the required review of the relationship between a student's…

This study of 249 Quebec secondary students explored predictors of school disciplinary events. Results revealed both positive and negative correlations of family involvement with student behavior; for example, parental supervision was positively associated with fewer classroom infractions. Overall findings indicate that interventions and…

Offers suggestions for parents in dealing with a young child's anger when it manifests itself as hitting. Suggestions focus on impulse control and include the following: (1) describe appropriate behavior; (2) show and teach self-control; (3) uncover reasons for anger; (4) prevent out-of-control behavior; (5) calming techniques; (6) and controls…

Describes a complaint file system for dealing with students' complaints about others, whereby students write up their complaints and deposit them in the teacher's mailbox for future action. Describes requirements for complaints and how each is followed up with a written conference with parent(s) and perhaps a meeting with a counselor. (KDFB)

Outlines a curriculum designed to teach self-control skills to children. Presents ideas for impulse control, following school routines, managing group situations, managing stress, and solving social problems. Gives a detailed process for teaching a self-control skill and emphasizes the importance of practical experience. (RJM)

Focuses on classroom management in the music classroom. Discusses why a management system is important and how to meet student needs. Addresses types of behavior problems and solutions for four levels of problems related to student behavior. Explores the importance of proactive management on the part of the music teacher. (CMK)

Reports a survey of British secondary school teachers to determine the types and frequency of troublesome classroom behaviors. Finding that "talking out of turn" and "hindering other children" were the most problematic behaviors, the authors examined variables such as the sex of the teacher, age group taught, and subject…

Describes an incident in which a group of 10th-grade students in a 1-week outdoor residential program in the Wye Valley (Great Britain) defied program rules, drank alcohol, and had a close call with a near-drowning. Discusses five strategies for dealing with such groups coalesced around a rebellious leader. (SV)

Explored the relationship between causal explanations or attributions that caregivers form regarding children's aggressive and rebellious behaviors in their classrooms and the caregivers' behavioral responses to the misbehaviors. Findings suggest that encouraging caregivers to reflect on why children misbehave could influence their responses to…