In rank ordering discipline problems, approximately 37 percent of one group of teachers rated the teacher's failure to motivate students as the most important. (IRT)

Outlines how to carry out investigations of student fights. Includes recommendations and procedures for interrogating witnesses and possible offenders. (MD)

This description of the development of a discipline policy at the Downers Grove (Illinois) Public Library recounts discipline problems, the process of creating the policy, and its effects. The text of the rules of behavior and a sample page from the procedures manual, which provides practical guidelines for enforcement, are included. (MES)

The study examined 28 intermediate schools to identify factors in the school environment related to vandalism. Vandalism cost and frequency were found to be greater in schools that had lower scores on a school discipline survey. Results are discussed in terms of setting factors, punishment, and reinforcement. (Author)

Reprint of an editorial in The Washington Post (April 10, 1970) condemning Dr. Arnold Hutschnecker's proposal that psychological tests be administered to all U. S. six-year-olds to determine their potential for future criminal behavior. (DE)

A survey of all school employees in three Cook County (Illinois) schools asked how they view student discipline. Principals reviewed survey results for their schools and then met with faculty members to work out solutions. Because of positive public and staff response, similar surveys will be conducted every two years. (MLF)

The author contends that discipline problems are not caused by television, family problems, drugs or integration, but by the teacher and the administrator due to their absurd rules and ridiculous activities. (KC)

Reports on a survey of hospitals concerning discipline problems among professional employees and presents five observations appropriate for managers in other kinds of organizations. (IRT)

Discusses how many students cheat in middle and high school mathematics classes and the reasons for cheating. Offers practices to prevent student cheating. Contains 19 references. (ASK)

Adolescents, particularly girls, have many identity conflicts and low self-esteem that may affect school success and development of a healthy identity. Many teenagers experience new societal expectations and responsibilities giving rise to identity confusion or internal conflicts that need to be resolved during adolescence. Their conflicts may…

Maintaining well-disciplined schools is becoming more difficult in today's educational system, and problem behavior or lack of school discipline is reaching crisis proportions. Nationally recognized author and educator Geoff Colvin provides the "what's," "why's," and "how's" for establishing an effective discipline program while promoting an…

Background: Looking at dress code violations and demographics surrounding kids breaking the rules. Purpose: To see if there is a connection between dress code violations and discipline referrals. Setting: Jr. High School; Study Sample: Students with dress code violations for one week; Intervention: N/A; Research Design: Correlational; and Control…

This case study involves an 8-year-old American Indian student with a disability, who was videotaped assaulting another student as they exited the school bus. Although acts of school violence are common on campuses across the nation, this incident is particularly complex, given the disability status of the student committing this act. This case…