THEORIES OF ASSERTIVE DISCIPLINE (Lee Canter and Marlene Canter)

Presented by: Norshazila binti Roslee Nursha-Irma binti Zainal Nurul Sofia binti Mazlan

LEE CANTER
(teacher)

MARLENE CANTER
(social worker specializing in special education)

DEFINITION AND DESCRIPTION

Lee Canter and Marlene Canter found that many teachers were unable to manage the undesirable behaviour that occurred in their classrooms. Based on their investigation and research, they developed assertive disciplines. Assertive discipline is a systematic and objective way of ensuring a teachercontrolled classroom.

 It is also called the "take-control" approach to teaching, as the teacher controls their classroom in a firm but positive manner. This theory requires teachers to be assertive rather than passive or hostile(teachercontrolled).

 The teacher creates a set of behaviour rules for the class and a set of negative consequences that result if the rules are not followed. Example: Persistent use of first-language
establish a set of class rules and develop a penalty system for when they use their first-language

GOALS/OBJECTIVES
To allow teachers to engage students in the learning process uninterrupted by students misbehaviour(eg: overly dependent on teacher, does not show interest in learning English) To help teachers become the captains of their classrooms and positively influence their students' behaviour.

THREE RESPONSES STYLE

Non-assertive passive Used by teachers who fail to establish clear standards of behaviour Eg: You are talking again without raising your hand Hostile Use threats and sarcasm Has potentials for emotional harm and possible abuse Eg:Do that again, Nelson, and see what you get(teasing friend who cant pronounce word correctly) Assertive explains what behaviour is unacceptable and acceptable. The consequences of various behaviors are made clear to the students. Eg: Dont answer unless you raise your hands and I call on you.

APPROACHES/STRATEGIES
Decide which rules (4 or 5 are best) you wish to implement in your classroom.
Raise up their hands when answering the question, do not disturb others, speak in English, be quiet when teacher is speaking

Determine negative consequences for noncompliance

Time-out, extra homework,

Determine positive consequences for appropriate behaviour.

Verbal praise, giving stars

List the rules on the board along with the positive and negative consequences. Have the students write the rules and take them home to be signed by the parents and returned.

Strengths Foundation of mutual trust and positive relationships with students and earn their respect Develop good class control Student expectations are clearly stated Rules and limitations are also clearly stated

Weaknesses Theories will not work without positive relationships and respect from teacher and students. Teaching style may not fit the needs of all students Can be a bad way to start off the year Teachers can become over controlling

Strengths
No interruption from students during teaching & learning session. Simple and well-structured plan. Teachers are in power to control the students.

Weaknesses
Minimal students interaction. Limited to three types of teacher. This approach fails to promote self-direction in students. Students are not allowed to give ideas.

Strengths Punishment will make students avoid breaking rules and positive reinforcement will encourage good behaviour. Positive, caring, and productive classroom environment

Weaknesses
The practice of warning students by putting their names on the board may entice some students to misbehave who otherwise would not. Negative consequences or punishment stimulates rebellion and promotes the very behavior it is designed to eliminate.

HOW TO BE PRACTICAL IN CLASSROOM?

DISCIPLINE
Start Being Consistent With Discipline and Classroom Routine - Set an example and start discipline from the beginning. - Be firm in classroom management. - E.g : Make Learn A Word A Day as a class routine.

ESTABLISH
Familiarise students with the plan - Explain why rules & consequences are needed, teach and review the rules frequently - E.g : Always remind and encourage students to use English.

CONSISTENT
Develop a consistent rules & procedures

BALANCE
Maintain a careful balance between penalties for misbehaviours/ errors and positive reinforcement

Establishing Rewards Social reinforces words, smiles, praises Positive notes Special awards/ privileges

Establishing Consequences

Verbal Warning Time out Detention Parental Phone

DONT BE BIASED!
Avoid showing favoritism towards particular students.

Application of the Model

Uncooperative student

Maria is quite docile in class. She does little socializing with other students and rarely show interest in learning English. She is physically present but makes little effort or contribution in learning and using English.

1. Make the class expectations clear to Maria.

2. Give rewards and positive comments whenever Maria made any improvement. 3. Provide a language-rich environment skits, role play, language games 4. Deal with errors appropriately. 5. Be consistent when you follow through with consequences. (e.g : when Maria keep on using Malay )

References
http://www.behavioradvisor.com/AssertiveDiscipl ine.html http://www.teachermatters.com/classroomdiscipline/models-of-discipline/the-cantermodel.html http://www.behavioradvisor.com/AssertiveDiscipl ine.html http://www.teachermatters.com/classroomdiscipline/models-of-discipline/the-cantermodel.html