RSE4801
Assignment 5
Unique No: 705135
DUE 30 October 2024
, Introduction
Purpose of the Review
The issue of discipline in schools is crucial because it directly influences the learning
environment, student outcomes, and teacher effectiveness. Effective discipline management
supports a conducive learning environment, while the lack of it can lead to disruptive behaviors,
decreased academic performance, and increased dropout rates (Jones, 2017). This review aims
to explore various approaches to addressing discipline issues within schools by analyzing
literature from global, continental (African), and local (South African) contexts.
Scope
The review will examine the origins, causes, effects, and proposed solutions to discipline
problems in schools. Due to space limitations, this review will prioritize educational literature
published within the last 20 years and will highlight key themes rather than exhaustively cover
all perspectives on the topic.
Research Questions
1. What are the main causes and impacts of disciplinary issues in schools?
2. How have different regions addressed these issues?
3. What gaps or contradictions exist in the current literature?