Discipline Problem Solving Guide

Discipline Problem-Solving Guide

When behavior interferes with learning, look at the whole picture before deciding how to respond.  This two-page guide pairs Figure 10.1 from The Skillful Teacher, 8th Edition with practical prompts for examining classroom management, relationships, and instruction.

Two parallel sections explore building a climate of high achievement and minimizing disruptions—connected areas that support cooperation, responsibility, and self-discipline. The guide emphasizes communicating confidence in students’ ability to succeed, responding purposefully, and matching consequences to causes. Only when these supports are firmly in place does it direct educators toward advanced strategies for very resistant students.

A reflection section provides space to identify a concern, consider possible causes, and plan a response. Use it for individual reflection, coaching, or collaborative problem-solving.