A Comparison of Discipline Models

A Comparison of Discipline Models

Theory

Strengths

Weaknesses

Advantages

Disadvantages

Pragmatic Class Room Theory by Harry Wong: According to Wong, classroom procedures used for teaching the students mainly influence the students' achievements.

A very clear and concise theory, outlining the steps and procedures that need to be taken in an effective classroom environment.

All the procedures are divided into time frames, hence facilitating the teachers and setting a clear pattern to follow.

The theory has outlined a cause-effect relation in between the teaching methods and its effectiveness, which might not be universally applicable.

The theory is more focused on the behavior and success of the teacher (e.g. what needs to be done, how to be done) rather than focusing on student needs.

The theory explains that the teacher has control over everything, and provide guidelines to which teachers can easily comprehend

it fosters discipline, and is rather consistent and predictable in its nature.

The whole theory is rigid. Special student needs or any unexpected events are not taken into account.

Teachers who apply this theory in their classroom environment may eventually struggle with varying degree of student needs and behavior.

Repeating the same procedures can become a habit for the teachers, thus focusing on individual needs of students to unlock their true potential may get ignored.

Win-Win Discipline Model by Kagan, Kyle & Scott: This model tries to respond the deep causes of the misbehavior caused by the students in the classroom environment, eliminate such interruption, and focus on the needs of the students. This theory is more focused towards the needs of the students.

The model expectations are clearly shared with the students, and their involvement is critical.

The foundation of this model is very constructive.

Students are encouraged to communicate, leading them greater accountability.

Unleashing the potential of students, even through the means of disciplinary action, is the basis of the theory.

The theory overly ...