The leading text in the field, this book analyzes the contributions of the leading authorities in discipline to show how their theories and systems can be used by teachers to create structures of positive discipline. The text analyzes 18 models of school discipline developed by educational thinkers over the past 60 years and shows how they can be applied in realistic situations. A unique contribution of the text is that the present-day theorists listed also coordinate with Professor Charles to ensure accuracy in the presentation of their models. Teachers are motivated to create a structure of positive discipline based on the most effective elements from traditional and current disciplinary approaches.

Table of Contents

Preface. 1. Classroom Discipline: The Problem and the Solution. 2. Potential Influences of Cultural and Economic Backgrounds on Student Behavior 3. The Special Challenges of Neurological Based Behavior 4. 20th Century Pioneers in Classroom Discipline 5. Three Bridges to 21st Century Discipline 6. Discipline through Belonging, Cooperation, and Self-Control 7. Discipline through Active Student Involvement 8. Discipline through Pragmatic Classroom Management 9. Discipline through Same Side Win-Win Strategies 10. Discipline through Dignity and Hope for Challenging Youth 11. Discipline through Self-Restitution and Moral Intelligence 12. Discipline through Raising Student Responsibility 13. Discipline through Careful Teacher Guidance and Instruction 14. Discipline through Synergy and Reducing Causes of Misbehavior 15. Formalizing your Personal System of Discipline Glossary of Terms Related to Discipline.

Author Biography

C. M. Charles is Professor Emeritus at San Diego State University, where he directed innovative programs in teacher education and received multiple distinguished teaching and outstanding professor awards. An international consultant, Charles is author of more than 25 books, including Building Classroom Discipline, the leading text in its field for 25 years.