chapter 7 exploring theories of discipline with dignity: richard c urwin & allen mendler
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Chapter 7Exploring Theories of Discipline With Dignity:
Richard Curwin & Allen Mendler
Jasmine FieldsTaylor RodriguezJason EmmonsTyrell Davis
Dealing With the “Last-Worder”
How would You React 7-2
What would you do if you were the teacher?
Overview
• The 7 Principles of Applying “Discipline with Dignity”
• What Does it Mean to Implement Dignity?
• Social Contracts • Out of Control students
• 3 Dimensions of an Effective Discipline Pan
• Zero Tolerance
The 7 Principles of Applying “Discipline with Dignity”
1.Teachers use long-term efforts to change behaviors rather than short-term efforts.
teach self-discipline and behavior changes similar to punishment vs. consequences
Example: A third-grade student takes another students’ lunch box.
short-term: Student misses 5 minutes of recess.long-term: Teacher asks student to return the
lunchbox and explains the importance of respecting personal property.
The 7 Principles of Applying “Discipline with Dignity”
1.Teachers use long-term efforts to change behaviors rather than short-term efforts.
teach self-discipline and behavior changes similar to punishment vs. consequences
Example 2: A ninth-grade student uses a four-letter word while calling a classmate an unkind name.
short-term: Teacher yells and requires student to write a sentence 100 times.long-term: ???
The 7 Principles of Applying “Discipline with Dignity”
2. Teachers stop doing ineffective things.
students and behaviors change
Examples: • teaching social skills that fail to get
students to change behaviors• using “commonsense” methods that do
not get students to respond appropriately• sending students to detention
The 7 Principles of Applying “Discipline with Dignity”
3. Teachers tailor consequences to individuals.
be fair without treating everyone the same take approaches that best fit each student’s
needs
The 7 Principles of Applying “Discipline with Dignity”
4. Teachers make rules that make sense.
rules should be viewed as guidelines need for success students deserve an explanation for why rules exist
Example: “The reason we don’t call each other names is that it hurts people’s feelings.”
The 7 Principles of Applying “Discipline with Dignity”
5. Teachers model what they expect.
abide by same rules as students meet deadlines and due dates be ready to begin class on time speak to students the same way you expect them to speak to you and
to each other
Example: Teacher expects homework to be turned in on time, and so is prompt in returning assignments.Non-Example: Teacher chews gum in class when students are not allowed to chew gum at school.
The 7 Principles of Applying “Discipline with Dignity”
6. Teachers believe that responsibility is more important than obedience.
students see options available, anticipate consequences, then choose what is in the best interest of themselves and others
bad decisions are viewed as opportunities for students to learn to make better decisions
+ promotes and requires critical thinking
The 7 Principles of Applying “Discipline with Dignity”
7. Teachers always treat students with dignity!
speaking in a kind and caring manner positive attitudes, body language, and tone of voice convey a sense of respect: listen, be open to feedback, provide explanations,
give students some voice in issues
Help students restore hope! too many students have lost hope in themselves/school
cannot achieve academically cannot behave appropriately cannot engage in appropriate socialization
Teachers who do not Practice “Discipline With
Dignity”http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QI1EslmriCE
How do I decide if “Discipline With Dignity” is the right strategy for me?
1. Do I believe that classroom management should be democratic and student centered?
2.Do I believe that it is my job to teach responsibility and hope to my students?
3.Do I believe that it is possible to be fair without treating everyone the same way?
4.Do I believe that I should follow the same rules as students?
5.Do I feel comfortable conveying dignity to my students
6.Do I believe in use of social contracts in the classroom? If so will I implement them?
Social Contracts A social contract helps teachers take
charge of their class and still gives students a voice in class decisions.
They clearly define acceptable and unacceptable behavior before students misbehave.
Social Contracts spell out a procedure for the students and teacher to follow when rules are broken
Social Contracts
Example of social contract in a second grade class Rule 1: Students do not yell out. They raise their
hands and wait to be called uponThe teacher reminds students to wait and not to
yell out.The teacher will not call on students who yell out
Rule 2: Instead of fighting, hitting, or pushing in school, students should talk to each other to solve problems.
The teacher reminds students of our rule.The student will take a time-out.
Social ContractsTo develop a social contract:
TeacherIdentifies necessary rules for maintaining
controlProposes other clear rules necessary for
managementDevelop consequences for each rule
StudentsDevelop rules for teacher behaviorDevelop consequences for teacher’s rules
Social Contracts
To develop a social contract:Both students and teacher
Review all propose rules and consequences and decide which will be in the contract
Have a test of rules and consequences
Social ContractsDifferences between punishment
and consequencesPunishments make rule breakers pay for
their misconduct. They are often unrelated to the rule. Used to relieve the tension of the punisher
Consequences directly relate to the rule and are logical. They help the rule violator learn acceptable behavior
Social Contracts
Examples: Rule: Students are not for hitting, fighting, or
hurtingConsequence: Do one nice thing for the victim
before the day is overPunishment: Stay after school for 2 hours and sit
in silence Rule: All trash must be thrown in the
wastebasketConsequence: Pick up your trash from the floorPunishment: Apologize to the teacher in front of
the entire class.
Out of Control Students
To deal with those students who are disruptive and Hostile, you have to maintain both yours and the students dignity.
By reacting with Dignity at the very moments in which students are rendering indignities to teachers and students, teachers can send a powerful message.
Difficult Behavior in a Child
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eCfnrGu5xo&feature=related
Out of Control Students
To prevent escalation, teachers should find ways to relieve stress.Deep breathing exercisesSmile
Out of Control Students
The best method of dealing with hostile students is a preventative one. Learn students names and greet them. Learn the likes, dislike, strengths, and
weaknesses of students Attend school events, like games or concerts,
where those students will be and make an effort to interact
Minimize frustration by utilizing diverse learning styles and multiple intelligences.
Out of Control Students
Use Humor whenever possible.Defuse some explosive situationsLessen the possibility of a power
struggleNEVER USE HUMOR AT A STUDENTS
EXPENSEPoke fun at your own imperfections and
errors
CASE STUDY
A school system with zero tolerance.
- Although the hand over public school districts did not have serious problem the administrator adapted a zero tolerance policy including:
Policy Against• Violent Behavior • Substance Use• Possession of Weapons
-If students had any infraction that violated the zero tolerance policy they were suspended from school immediately Infraction:• Charm of a gun on her/his key ring• "These teachers pissed me off" (a
student says)• Plastic knife to pill her/knife fruit
-The administrator's took pride in their zero tolerance policies Disruptive students were out of schoolThe educator's were not faced with individual administrative decisions
The administers had to admit that too many were out of school, and behavioral problems had increased -The school system is trying to do away with zero tolerance
What advice would you give the administrators as they reconsider their decisions to implement zero tolerance polices?
Creating Healthy Classrooms for All Students
1. Students trust their abilities and their environment.
2. Students see benefits of improving their behaviors.
3. Students can make real, significant, and meaningful choices.
4. The teacher and students work together to identify what is to be learned.
5. Students see the value in what they are learning.
6. Instruction process and people oriented rather than product and subject oriented.
ConclusionAll teachers have different methods of classroom
management strategies. Discipline with dignity is just
one of many. The main concept is that students’
behavior improve when teachers convey dignity and
restore hope.
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