Moreover, students are encouraged to practice “super walking,” a technique aimed at fostering orderly movement throughout school premises. These measures are intended to instill discipline and cultivate a conducive learning atmosphere.
The call for such disciplinary measures stems from research conducted by the Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO), revealing that teachers dedicate a substantial amount of their instructional time—approximately 20%—to managing disruptive behavior in classrooms. Dr. Jenny Donavan, CEO of AERO, underscores the significance of explicitly teaching students appropriate conduct, underscoring the correlation between classroom behavior and academic achievement.
Former educator-turned-CEO, Dr. Donavan, emphasizes the importance of consistency in teaching and reinforcing these behaviors throughout a student’s educational journey. She emphasizes that these skills are integral components of effective classroom management.
Parents have also weighed in on the issue, with some attributing the problem to inadequate discipline at home. Others support the reintroduction of stringent disciplinary measures in schools, viewing it as a necessary step in addressing the challenges of disrespect and unruliness among students.