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Gootman, Marilyn – Learning, 1988
The case against corporal punishment in the schools is made, and alternatives to it are suggested. Readers are asked to respond to a tear-out opinion poll. (JL)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Corporal Punishment, Discipline
Farner, Conrad D. – Learning, 1996
The reclaiming approach is a discipline alternative for at-risk students. Combining modern child development research with Native American traditions, the method emphasizes that student self-concept must be characterized by components of the circle of courage (belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity). The article suggests a number of…
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, Classroom Techniques, Discipline Policy, Discipline Problems
Pross, Maureen N. – Learning, 1988
Most of the 550 educators polled on corporate punishment oppose it. Supporters use corporal punishment because "it works," and out of frustration. Opponents consider it abusive, ineffective, and reinforcement for the strong bullying the weak. Included are comments from teachers and students, and a summary of state regulations. (IAH)
Descriptors: Corporal Punishment, Discipline Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, State Legislation
Canter, Lee – Learning, 1996
Classroom discipline methods are changing with the times. Assertive Discipline is a 20-year-old program designed to help teachers successfully manage students' behavior. In the 1990s, it involves building a rapport with students and creating a discipline plan at the same time. The paper details the basic principles of the Assertive Discipline…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Classroom Techniques, Discipline Policy, Elementary Education
Cohn, Carol A.; Siegel, Loren – Learning, 1996
Two essays present opposing viewpoints on school uniforms. One suggests that uniforms make safer schools and better students. The other states that teenagers will rebel, and the uniform debate is a diversion from more pressing problems in education. The article includes brief opinion statements from teachers and other professionals. (SM)
Descriptors: Discipline Policy, Dress Codes, Elementary School Students, Elementary Secondary Education
Ohanian, Susan – Learning, 1982
A teacher draws upon personal experiences to argue that successful classroom discipline is the product of teaching competence and style rather than the result of behaviorist classroom management techniques. Emphasis is on keeping children involved in learning activities. (PP)
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Body Language, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques
Skaggs, Winona; And Others – Learning, 1996
A middle school teacher describes a situation where a student repeatedly stole money from her desk. Her response was to have a custodian hide, catch the student in the act, then have her suspended. Another teacher and a psychologist present their views of the situation, recommending alternative intervention and discipline. (SM)
Descriptors: Discipline Policy, Discipline Problems, Elementary School Students, Elementary School Teachers
