What is "assertive discipline"?

Answer by  Ginny (2251)

It is a style of take-control classroom management where the teacher establishes rules of behavior and has a lot of control over the class. They are then free to teach without distraction from students' misbehavior. They also use positive reinforcement to encourage good behavior.

Answer by  sashangeljaz (992)

Assertive discipline is a method that teachers use in the classrom in order to reduce student misbehavior and let teachers to proceed with instructing. This educational mode has a clear set of rules established from the start. Students are then rewarded when they behave appropriately and presented with consequences when they don't. Consistency is key.