Date Available
6-9-2011
Year of Publication
2011
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Document Type
Thesis
College
Agriculture
Department
Career, Technology and Leadership Edu.
First Advisor
Dr. Bryan Hains
Abstract
In the 40th Annual Phi Delta Kappa/Gallup Poll of the Public’s Attitudes toward the Public Schools, Americans rated discipline as the second largest problem facing public education (Bushaw & Gallup, 2008). This poses a substantial problem for administrators as they strive to employ school reform policies, address public demands and meet the needs of contemporary students. A review of literature revealed a large body of research which examines disciplinary practice; however, it also showcased a literary gap regarding administrative disciplinary philosophies. This multiple case study highlights disciplinary philosophies possessed by five secondary school administrators. Analysis included utilizing the Administrator Discipline Facilitation Continuum; an adapted discipline continuum developed to analyze administrator disciplinary philosophies. The versatility of the continuum is discussed, as well as implications for its use and future development.
Recommended Citation
Smith, Brittany Wilkinson, "EXAMINING ADMINITRATORS' DISCIPLINARY PHILOSOPHIES: A CONCEPTUAL MODEL" (2011). University of Kentucky Master's Theses. 111.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/gradschool_theses/111
