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to: navigation, search A Harper's Weekly cover from 1898 shows a
caricature of school discipline.   An obedient student is in
compliance with the school rules and codes of conduct. These
rules may, for example, define the expected standards of
clothing, timekeeping, social conduct, and work ethic. The term
discipline is also applied to the punishment that is the
consequence of breaking the rules. The aim of discipline is to
set limits restricting certain behaviors or attitudes that are
seen as harmful or going against school policies, educational
norms, school traditions, et cetera.   School discipline
practices are generally informed by theory from psychologists
and educators. There are a number of theories to form a
comprehensive discipline strategy for an entire school or a
particular class.    • Positive approach is grounded in
teachers' respect for students. Instills in students a sense of
responsibility by using youth/adult partnerships to de