schooldiscipline
School discipline refers to the set of rules, policies, and practices used to manage student behavior and promote safe, conducive learning environments. It includes clear codes of conduct, classroom management strategies, and processes for recognizing and addressing misconduct. The aim is not only to deter rule violations but also to support student development, safety, and learning.
Disciplinary approaches range from traditional punitive measures—warnings, detentions, suspensions, and expulsion—to more constructive methods such as
Research on effectiveness is mixed and context-dependent. Critics argue that exclusionary discipline can harm student outcomes
Legal and ethical considerations include due process, predictable policies, privacy, and the rights of students to
Historically, corporal punishment was common in many places but has declined in most systems through policy