CLASSROOM DISCIPLINE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore the understanding of classroom discipline from the teachers, parents and students perspectives. This study included a comprehensive review and critical analysis of research and literature associated to classroom discipline and management to promote positive learning environment in the classroom. A summary was presented; conclusions and implications were made in order to provide insights for teachers, parents and other stakeholders. The goal is that the implication may serve to improve classroom discipline management for all the teachers in order to promote positive learning environment. In this research; six teachers, three parents and three students were selected as they were regarded as successful classroom managers. In-depth interview was the prime method to elicit data about practical and experiential knowledge of these stakeholders. The teachers were aware using effective classroom management techniques from their everyday teaching experience. The study followed a naturalistic investigation, which is explorative, descriptive and contextual, using interviews with parents and teachers including learners to collect data at selected schools. The study‟s aim to investigate and explore ii the understanding and experiences of learners and teachers regarding it and to make recommendations to facilitate students towards self-discipline. However, it was discovered that teachers were not much successful to facilitate self-discipline or guide students as they themselves had not learnt to practice and demonstrate the values and principles of effective-discipline. This study thus has as its intention to challenge teachers to review and refocus their ways, motives and expected outcomes as they demonstrate and exercise discipline. Keywords: classroom management, classroom discipline, classroom climate, effective discipline, parents involvement