Appropriate for courses in Curriculum Management/Discipline, General Methods.

This book conveys an entirely different approach to the subject of discipline predicated on the notion of Praxis—the practitioner's connection between solid theory and practical application. It guides students through the basics of democracy, philosophy and postmodernism in a straightforward, thoughtful manner, first engaging readers in the realities of the practice, then encouraging critical thinking about how democratic principles must be realistic in terms of dealing with today's students.

• Examines the formative effects of discipline shaping the future citizens of democracy. Pg.___

• Speaks to the ethics and values inherent in discipline in terms of how students are shaped by the discipline process. Pg.___

• Discusses the integration of a democratic initiative as a framework for operating schools and classrooms. Pg.___

• Views the connection of democracy and citizenship as a proactive aspect of thinking about and conducting discipline. Pg.___

• Focuses upon the specific characteristics of the children and teachers of the postmodern cultural condition as opposed to those of past eras. Pg.___

• Connects theory to the realities of today's education. Pg.___

• Opens each chapter with thought-provoking focus questions and closes with Reflective Activities designed to engage readers in using the concepts, principles and ideas discussed within the chapter. Pg.___

• Presents a four phase approach to classroom discipline that assures a comprehensive treatment of the topic. Pg.___

• Provides an extensive explication of the mystique and myths of classroom discipline. Pg.___

• Explains the use of reasonable consequences in terminating and remediating unacceptable behavior. Pg.___

• Highlights those Constitutional tenets that have implications for decision making about classroom discipline. Pg.___

• The foundations emphasis contributes a new dimension to the professional literature on classroom discipline; it is the first major addition to the knowledge base in 15 years. Pg.___

(NOTE: Each chapter begins with an introduction and concludes with summary, looking ahead, and reflective activities).

1. Definitions, Mystique and Myths of Discipline.

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