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Laughter, Kathleen G. – Learning, 1988
A teacher describes how she managed to turn one student's disruptive behavior into an opportunity for all students to learn about conflict resolution. (JL)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Conflict Resolution, Discipline Problems
Shenkle, Ann Melby – Learning, 1989
Students can and should learn to discipline themselves. This article describes results of one teacher's reflective deliberations on how to handle certain problem students by shifting responsibility for appropriate behavior from the teacher to the student. A brief guide for teachers, "Handling Typical Discipline Scenes," is included. (IAH)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Discipline, Discipline Problems, Elementary Secondary Education
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
Reissman, Rose – Learning, 1993
Describes creative ways for teachers to handle difficult classroom discipline situations, focusing on how to deal with defiant disruptives, noncombatant noncompliers, and incessant interrupters. The article discusses potentially difficult situations and explains how best to handle them in a positive manner. (SM)
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Classroom Techniques, Discipline, Discipline Problems
Henley, Martin – Learning, 1997
Discusses six proactive strategies to help teachers improve classroom discipline: (1) move around the room; (2) teach social skills; (3) have a sense of humor; (4) don't personalize unruly behavior; (5) look for causes of discipline problems; and (6) promote student responsibility. (SM)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Discipline Problems, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students
Jones, Frederic H. – Learning, 1996
The Positive Classroom Management program trains teachers to mean business without being dragged into fruitless power struggles and student backtalk. The program helps teachers learn to take control of the situation by remaining calm, thinking before speaking, and using effective body language. (SM)
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Body Language, Classroom Techniques, Discipline Problems
Arent, Ruth P. – Learning, 1991
Discusses what teachers should do when older elementary students lie. Guidelines for handling the situation are presented along with suggestions for making children feel good about telling the truth. Three activities for encouraging truthfulness in the classroom are suggested. (SM)
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Classroom Techniques, Codes of Ethics, Credibility
Sutton, James D. – Learning, 1997
Describes how to handle noncompliant students in the classroom. Suggestions include eliminating excessive expectations, encouraging assertiveness, offering options and choices, giving the students specific responsibilities, taking control of homework, taking steps to avert potentially oppositional behavior, strategically rewarding compliance,…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Classroom Techniques, Compliance (Psychology), Discipline Problems
