The Role of Discipline in School and Classroom Management: A Case Study

Dzivhani, Makwarela David (2000) The Role of Discipline in School and Classroom Management: A Case Study. Masters thesis, University of South Africa.

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Abstract

The following research question motivated this study: How can effective discipline in school and classroom management be maintained? To answer this, a school was selected which had excellent discipline as demonstrated by its good matriculation results. Discipline in this school was researched by means of a qualitative approach. Phenomenological interviews and focus group interviews were conducted, transcribed and analysed. This was complemented by observation. Findings indicated that aspects of school system (including school and classroom policy, the role of the standard tutor and of bodies such as the school governing body and the learners' representative council as well as the specific disciplinary actions used) are important in maintaining discipline at school. The discipline, dedication, motivation and teamwork of educators as role models for children are also significant. Moreover, the learners themselves as well as the coftperation and involvement of their parents play a vital role in maintaining discipline

Item Type: Thesis (Masters)
Uncontrolled Keywords: Discipline; school management; classroom management; corporal punishment; qualitative research; school system; learners; educators; parents
Subjects: L Education > L Education (General)
Divisions: Africana
Depositing User: Mr Jude Abhulimen
Date Deposited: 03 Aug 2016 11:47
Last Modified: 22 May 2018 11:01
URI: http://thesisbank.jhia.ac.ke/id/eprint/1306

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