Inner Discipline and Behaviour modification. Comparing and contrasting two classroom management techniques

Essay from the year 2021 in the subject Didactics - Common Didactics, Educational Objectives, Methods, University of the People, course: Masters in Education (Advanced Teaching for Elementary, Middle and Secondary), language: English, abstract: The following essay discusses the use of two contrasting models which include inner discipline and behaviour modification focussing on the theories and work of Barbara Coloroso and Burrhus Frederic Skinner, where students have the ability to show awareness for discipline when teachers are using the correct strategies and considering their feelings and actively involving them in the process. It is imperative for teachers to use a variety of strategies to promote a positive, safe and stimulating educational environment for them to flourish and reach their full potential.