Understanding School Indiscipline Factors
Understanding School Indiscipline Factors
Indiscipline
School
They are considered
acts of
indiscipline all
the actions
words
attitudes, gestures
and reactions that
would contradictthe
standards
disciplinary
in force in a
institution
educational, what
represent
attacks against
the moral the
authority the
order, the spirit and the traditions of it. There is no doubt that the acts
positives of indiscipline, especially when they are intentional and
frequent, are harmful to institutional morality, that oppose
directly related to educational purposes. Therefore, they must be
combated and eliminated, but these acts of indiscipline are, almost always,
inevitable consequences of unfavorable conditions and factors that are
acting on the psyche of the student, threatening their personality and
disrupting them in school life. It is important that educators
focus their attention on these factors to reduce or eliminate them,
before resorting to sanctions or more drastic punitive measures.
In the school context, Gómez (1997) states that "It is understood as
school indiscipline, any behavior that prevents the execution of the
"task of the teacher with freedom and comfort." (p.246). Each teacher within
from their class brand, in one way or another, some guidelines for their
students, in order to develop the learning process. The way
how these guidelines are determined depends on the personality of the educator,
of the area that he is in charge of and of his students. Normally, all the
students of a certain class are capable of understanding them,
accept them and comply with them without any problem. But sometimes the case arises where
not wanting or not being able to follow these guidelines, then it occurs the
indiscipline.
Meanwhile, Antúnez (2000) defines indiscipline as 'the attitudes or the
behaviors that go against the agreed rules, code of
behavior that the educational center has adopted to fulfill its mission
principal: educate and instruct.” (p.18), when establishing the rules
disciplinary of any educational institution, it works together with
the teachers and the parents, having as objectives the full development of
their students and children will not suffer from disciplinary problems if they
they have acquired disciplinary habits, based on values, through the triad
family - school - community.
Finally, Castro (2006) indicates that 'issues related to indiscipline
school-related issues have to do with difficulties in adapting to the rules of
coexistence established by the educational institution, or by regulations
inappropriate that hinder their incorporation." (p.56). The norms are not a
means to control children or adolescents to make them
they obey adults, but a method that helps them integrate into the
society showing them patterns of socially accepted behaviors and, for
consequently, also those that are not. For good coexistence both
Familiar as a student, it is necessary to establish those boundaries.
others." (p.78)
In any case, and despite the great variety in terms of shapes of
to conceptualize school discipline, it is possible to analyze the causes that
determine these behaviors, so that it can be established
Action guidelines aimed, especially, at prevention. The
discipline problems in the classroom can arise for many reasons and
They can have many purposes from the child's point of view. Edwards
(1993), there are three main sources of causes: the family, society, and the
school, concluding with the following list of causal factors:
(a) At the family level: low self-esteem, lack of affection, excessive control;
(b) On a social level: interest in negative activities, the
television, aggression, violence; (c) At the school level: The
contents, methodology, and levels of abstraction required in the
distintos niveles, deben ser reevaluados de forma tal que se definan
what are the essential knowledge and how to achieve them
in the most interesting and appropriate way possible. (p.74)
However, Romí and Freund (1999) indicate that behaviors
disruptive are, almost always, a consequence of a series of conditions and
unfavorable factors that act on the thinking of students
harming the normal development of the school center. Thus, other possible
causes that lead to the emergence of indisciplinary behaviors in the classroom
they can be categorized into four factors, all of them printed in the
student environment: sociodemographic factors, educational factors
(within which three subfactors are distinguished: teaching styles,
personal characteristics of the student and personal characteristics of
professor), social factors and family factors, as it is pointed out to
continuation:
(a) Sociodemographic factors: Such as the student's gender,
living in poverty, living in single-parent families have
are associated with greater antisocial incidents. (b) Factors
educational: The educational centers that develop good relationships
between parents and teachers, as well as between teachers and parents
they advocate for high academic and behavioral expectations in their
students exhibit low levels of disruptive behaviors in
the classrooms. (c) Social factors: Thus, combined with the educational environment, the
discipline problems are related, in the same way and
directly with the family and social environment in which it is found
the student. (d) Family factors: the level of parental involvement
the educational process of their children is related to the development of
behavior problems and the behaviors manifested by their
children in the classroom.” (p.52)
because it helps him feel satisfied and fulfilled is the ultimate purpose of a
positive socialization, to which society, parents, and the
teachers. If everyone assumes their share, it will be achieved that each group of children
Treatment
Time Out
The time-out technique is also called isolation; it is a technique.
widely used in the school environment and is employed to eliminate behaviors
problems, Clavijo (2004) explains that 'it consists of separating the student
from the place where the problematic behavior occurs, in other words
remove him from the classroom, but for this technique to be effective, it should not be
it's not just about removing it, but also considering multiple distracting factors
(p.288). For the isolation to be effective, the student must
to experience such boredom that one would prefer to be in class rather than isolated, is
it is convenient to have the collaboration of another teacher, that is, it is needed
a place where the student has no distractions whatsoever, in the same way the
the author indicates that "there must be a planned time, that is, the time
indicated for this to be, short periods of time are better, around
5 minutes, and never more than 20 minutes.
When the student's behavior is very abrupt, it is advisable
involve other teachers, as well as parents, so that they follow the same ones
guidelines in the family context, in this way it will be more effective.
Overcorrection
Overcorrection is a very useful educational technique that combines
negative and positive procedures, that is to say, it contains elements
unpleasant, but at the same time teaches the correct behavior, in others
words, it is a reductive technique for disruptive behaviors that provoke
material damages or deterioration of objects and places, consists of,
generally by two elements: the restorative overcorrection and the practice
positive, which Bornas (1994) explains
The first implies the requirement for the restoration of the environment in a
is much better than the previous one due to the damage caused; and the second,
consists of the repeated performance of an appropriate behavior
that is inversely related to the one the subject carries
cabo and what is desired to be modified.” (p.74)
This procedure is carried out with the aim of re-educating, that is to say,
repair or compensate for damage caused by undesirable conduct, whether
throw food on the floor, paint the walls or attack a classmate or
take away an object from someone without their consent.
Compliments
The purpose of praising is to increase desirable behaviors, so it is
it is necessary to emphasize what specific behavior is being pursued, the more
The more concrete the praise, the better the student will understand what they are doing.
well and it is more likely that I will repeat it, according to Woolfolk (2006) "it must
start praising every small step taken towards the desired behavior,
looking to catch the student in good behavior, it is important
"praise every progress, no matter how small." (p.36), in this way, the new
behavior when well established, will require fewer praises to
keep it, it is not necessary to continue praising the student
constantly, but occasionally, this will be enough to go
reinforcing the new behavior and soon it will happen naturally.
To elicit the required response, the previous author recommends that
...the praise must be appropriate, with hugs, kisses, and other physical signs
of affection along with the corresponding words, however, in
teenage students like to be praised discreetly." (p.39), is
to say, to keep a silent account or to use special secret signs, for
example, a wink or giving a thumbs up will indicate to them, without drawing attention.
II. REFERENCE.
Referred by the guiding teacher of section 'C'.
The teacher states that J.C.B.D is a restless child; he does not follow rules or ...
follows instructions, constantly interrupts the class (jumps, shouts, deletes the
blackboard, takes things from his classmates), which causes amusement among his
companions, but there comes a time when it is rejected, no one wants
working with him out of fear of failing,… because on some occasions
meets the assigned activities, which results in low performance in
the different disciplines. While the mother indicates that it is a child who
he is rebellious, jealous since the arrival of his younger sister, does not obey her
V. CURRENT PROBLEM.
J.C.B.D, con once años de edad, cabello claro, tez blanca y contextura
thick, shows school indiscipline, manifested in hyperactivity
motor (jumps, shouts, runs around the classroom, bothers his classmates), with a
constant noncompliance with the rules, does not follow instructions, and very rare
he/she completes the assigned activities, showing little interest in
these subjects, is easily distracted, and on occasions lacks
personal hygiene; When does it start? Since the arrival of her sister ago
approximately 3 and a half years, shows episodes of rebellion,
constantly disobeying his mother, with whom he has the opportunity
to share more time. How does it start? In the school context, it begins
in the development of the daily school day; as well as in the minutes
of recesses and the school feeding program (PAE) hour, launching
food to your companions. What situation does it occur in? In any
moment of the daily school day, perhaps it is emphasized during the hours of
classes of theoretical disciplines, and at moments when one feels alone, without any
surveillance. How often? Every day shows indiscipline.
school-related, in its different actions, and repeatedly throughout the class,
rarely, remains still and focuses its attention on the content
taught. What is it attributed to? When asked to adhere to rules within
from the classroom and the coexistence agreements of the Institution, which
help to adapt to the field of secondary education, but he pays attention
I am sorry about that.
does not register any illness, according to data provided by the mother.
PERSONAL:
Position held: J.C.B.D, he is the first of two children.
Interpersonal relationships: he is a child who develops well both in the
high school, as in their community, where they share with boys, girls and
adolescents usually make friends easily, have fun, and talk.
plays,... however, it is disrespectful, lacks rules of courtesy and
his way of dealing with those around him is not the most appropriate, distancing people,
regarding your feelings and the same when receiving affection from others.
Medical history: they have been receiving psychological assistance and
familiar in the DENNA (Educational Defense for Children and Adolescents)
with a psychologist), for his misbehavior in the classroom and for the
fear he shows towards his stepfather.
Health: no illness has been recorded in its last year.
VII. GENOGRAM
M.J.D. C.D.L.
P A.
45 31
YEARS
YEARS
J.C.B.D
.
11
YEARS
J.C.B.D J.C.R.D
. 3
11 YEARS
YEARS
Stepfather.
Socioeconomic level: according to the Graffar Scale, they are in the stratum
social IV (Low).
that is found.
Sexual history: it is a boy who identifies with his sex, he is attracted to the opposite sex.
female, and states that she has had several girlfriends since preschool, that
With them, the treatment is different, but currently he claims to not have a girlfriend.
VII. DIAGNOSIS:
J.C.B.D, male, eleven years of chronological age, presents
school indiscipline; manifested by: motor hyperactivity (screams, jumps,
runs around the classroom, bothers his classmates), violation of rules,
does not follow instructions, rarely fulfills assigned activities,
easily distracted and shows no interest in school activities.
It is located in the Approach "A" Physiological vs Sociocultural Model,
how much it is presumed to be a non-operational behavior, socially rejected
for their family and school group. Based on Approach 'B' regarding the
variable “Psicológica”: esta afecta al orientado, dado que tales conductas
they threaten his personal growth because he finds it difficult to relate to
empathetic way with other colleagues, teachers, and even with their
parents which leads to an emotional and psychological instability.
In the same way, there is support from their parents for guidance.
On the other hand, the variable "Legal Regulations" is subject to
obey the rules and regulations implemented in the institution and in
his home, if the oriented person refuses to follow the rules this can be
sanctioned in the institution by the LOPNA since he must comply
with their duties just as they have rights.
Remove
Day Date Screams Jumps
objects
Monday 03/06/2013 8 5 10
Tuesday 04/06/2013 6 4 5
Wednesday 05/06/2013 12 4 7
Thursday 06/06/2013 6 3 8
Friday 07/06/2013 9 2 5
Total 41 18 35
Screams
The response rate is a probability of 8.2 times that it screams in the
classroom session in a 5-day observation.
Jumps
Remove Objects
The response rate is a probability of 7 times that removes objects from its
classroom companions in a 5-day observation session.
BASELINE BEFORE TREATMENT
14
12
F
R 10
E
C
8
U
E RemoveObjects
6
N Jumps
C Screams
4
I
A
2
0
Monday TuesdayWednesdayThursday Friday
03/06/1304/06/1305/06/1306/06/1307/06/13
DAYSOFOBSERVATION
TRIPLE CONTINGENCY RELATIONSHIP
Screams
Jumps
Remove objects
XIII. RESULTS
According to the established objectives and goals, it is evident that the
decrease in school indiscipline behavior in J.C.B.D.
specifically the manifestations of shouting, taking objects, and jumping inside
from the classroom, through the application of behavioral techniques, such as:
Time Out, Overcorrection and Praise, within a time of ten days.
from the school environment, achieving in the oriented, the increase of behaviors
operational in terms of compliance with institutional norms, strengthening
interpersonal relationships.
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES
DATE ACTIVITY TIME
05/13/2013 Interview with the advisor. 2 hours
05/17/2013 Interview with the teacher. 2 hours
05/24/2013 Interview with the parents. 3 hours
27/05/2013 Quantification of behaviors. 1 hour
31/05/2013 Quantification of behaviors. 1 hour
03/06/2013 Behavior registration (Before treatment) 1 hour
04/06/2013 Behavior record (Before treatment) 1 hour
05/06/2013 Behavior record (Before treatment) 1 hour
06/06/2013 Behavior record (Before treatment) 1 hour
07/06/2013 Behavior Record (Before treatment) 1 hour
18/06/2013 Reunión con los docentes. (Técnicas a usar)
2 hours
20/06/2013
al Time-out technique. 2 hours
03/07/2013
20/06/2013
the Overcorrection technique. 6 hours
18/07/2013
June 25, 2013 Behavior Record (After the treatment) 1 hour
26/06/2013 Behavior log (After treatment) 1 hour
27/06/2013 Behavior recording (After treatment) 1 hour
28/06/2103 Behavior Record (After Treatment) 1 hour
03/07/2013
Al Technique of Praise 6 hours
08/06/2013
Total 34 hours
BIBLIOGRAPHIC REFERENCES