International Perspectives on Student Behavior

What We Can Learn

By (author) Charles J. Russo, Izak Oosthuizen, Charl C. Wolhuter

Publication date:

30 December 2014

Length of book:

122 pages

Publisher

Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

ISBN-13: 9781475814828

The second volume of companion books on comparative student discipline identifies the best practices in dealing with student misconduct, on six continents, in a legally sound manner. It is essential for educators to examine national as well as international practices addressing student misconduct in schools because learner misbehavior often has a detrimental effect on the quality of teaching and learning in elementary and secondary schools. The countries covered are Brazil, China, Malaysia, Turkey and South Africa.

Preface
Introduction
Misconduct Hampers Teaching and Learning
Concern for Student Safety
The Problem of Criminal Tendencies
Dealing with Misconduct
Dealing with Serious Misconduct
The Global Journey
Conclusion

Chapter 1 Bringing Peace to Schools: The Experience of the State of São Paulo, Brazil
Introduction
The Brazilian Educational System from A Constitutional Perspective
The Implementation of the Right to Education Under Brazilian Law
The Full Protection of Children and Adolescent under the Brazilian Constitution
The Child and Adolescent Act and Student Misconduct
The State of São Paulo School Protection System
School and Community Mediator-Teachers
Conclusion
Key Points

Chapter 2 Student Discipline in China
Introduction
Introduction to the Legal System
Student Misconduct in School and Its Forms
Methods of Student Discipline
Formal Methods: Sanctions Rendered by Schools
Informal Methods: Discipline by Teachers
Due Process
Special Considerations in Student Discipline
Education and Discipline
Revocation of Sanction
School, Family, and Community
Discussion and Future Directions
Conclusion
Key Points

Chapter 3 The Law Regulating Student Discipline in Malaysia
Introduction
The Court Structure in Malaysia
The State of Student Misconduct in Malaysian Schools
The Most Frequent Forms of Student Misconduct
The Application of Due Process to Disciplinary Methods
Methods of Dealing with Student Discipline
Enforcement of Corporal Punishment
Procedural Guidelines Concerning Corporal Punishment
Suspensions and Expulsions
Procedural Requirements Concerning Suspensions and Expulsions
Student Dress Codes
Procedural Requirements Concerning Student Dress Codes
Emerging Issues
Conclusion
Key Points

Chapter 4 Legal Aspects and Practical Application of Disciplinary Actions in theTurkish Public Educational System
Introduction
National Background Information
Location
Brief History of Major Events
Population
An Overview of Turkey’s Legal System
An Overview of Regulations Regarding Education
Regulations Regarding Discipline in Education
The State of Student Misconduct in Turkish Schools
The Most Frequent Forms of Student Misconduct
Dealing with Misconduct in Schools
Due Process and Discipline
Emerging issues
Conclusion
Key Points

Chapter 5 Student Discipline from Authoritarian Apartheid to Constitutionalism: South Africa as A Society in Transition.
Introduction
Legal Framework of Education in South Africa
The Bill of Rights and Student Discipline
Limitation of Fundamental Human Rights
The South African Schools Act and Student Discipline
Common Law Principles and Student Discipline

The State of Student Misconduct in Schools
Frequency and Forms of Student Misconduct in South African Schools
School-based Violence
Manifestations of School-based Violence
Freedom and Security of Person
Assault and Common Crime
Violence by Students Against Educators
Negative Consequences of School Violence for Students
Prohibition of Corporal Punishment: A Cause of Ill-discipline?
Teacher Misconduct: A Factor Influencing Student Behavior
Methods of Dealing with Student Misconduct
School Policy and Regulatory Measures to Improve Safety and Discipline
Dealing with Serious Misconduct: Suspension and Expulsion of Students
Unwillingness of Education Officials to Expel Ill-disciplined Students
Emerging Issues
The Right to Privacy and Student Discipline
Freedom of Expression and Discipline in Schools
Religious Expression Contravening School Dress Codes
Freedom of Expression and Unfair Discrimination Based on Culture
Freedom of Expression Does Not Equate to a Right to be Ill-disciplined
Defamation, Cyber Bullying and Freedom of Expression
Conclusion
Key Points

Chapter 6 Reflections and Recommendations
Reflections
Recommendations
Conclusion

Identifying the best practices in school disciplinary matters is key to any learning environment. While student discipline is often challenging for new teachers, more experienced teachers also benefit from inquiry into alternative forms of discipline. This volume examines what approach educators use in ten other countries when addressing student misconduct. In addition to classroom discipline, the volume also analyzes more serious forms of student misconduct, including criminal offenses. New and experienced educators will benefit from exploring these successful strategies used globally in addressing student misconduct.