Richard L. Curwin and Allen N. Mendler

Curwin’s Background Born May 25, 1944 in Cambridge, MA B.A. in English and his Doctrine in Education from the University of Massachusetts. Known worldwide for his ideas on controlling children’s behaviors. Has written several successful books such as Discipline with Dignity. He presents training seminars all across the country. Currently he is the director of the master’s program at David Yellin College. 1. "Dr. Richard Curwin"

Mendler’s Background Born Oct. 21, 1949 in Middle Village, Queens New York Bachelor’s degree in psychology and education from Queen’s University. Master’s degree in psychology from Alfred university, and his doctrine from Union Graduate School. He works with children of all ages. Especially those with disabilities. He has seminars and trainings to teach others his methods. He has written several books such as Motivating Students Who Don’t Care. 2. "Allen Mendler"

Behavior Management Methods Mendler and Curwin focused on the long-term. allow for the students to be able to resolve their issues they have instead of ignoring them. motivates students to be responsible and fair. control anger, and prevent uproars. develop a plan.

3-Dimensional Discipline Approach Prevention: What can be done to minimize problems. Action: What is to be done once problems occur. Resolution: What can be done for the chronic misbehaver. 3. (Fitzer)

Discipline with Dignity The program helps build school/classroom management that focus’s on the children learning critical thinking habits, respect, and cooperation with other students. This method helps teachers/faculty to have more time focusing on student instruction and less time dealing with behavioral issues. It gives the child a sense of self-esteem and helps them have the ability to make the right choices in and out of the classroom. 2.

2.

Discipline with Dignity has five goals Effective Communication Avoiding situations that cause outbursts Preventing violence Properly preparing the children for their future Valuing opportunities for learning 4. (Bunchwacky, 2008)

12 steps to successfully use discipline and dignity in the classroom Let the students know what you expect Provide instruction at levels that match student ability Be able to identify with your students Use humor Mix up the activities and teaching style Refuse to accept excuses Offer choices Legitimize behavior that you cannot stop Use hugs and touching to communicate with kids of all ages Be responsible for yourself and allow kids to take responsibility for themselves Realize and accept that you cannot reach every kid Start fresh everyday 4. (Bunchwacky, 2008)

Discipline with Dignity Pros: Student centered Preventive measures Better instruction techniques Teachers only focus on major problem behaviors Designed to help all students with behavioral problems Encourages caring and sympathy Cons: Places most of the blame on schools and teachers Too much student control 3. (Fitzer)

Bibliography 1. Dr. richard curwin classroom management consultant. (n.d). Retrieved from http://www.Tlc-sems.com/richard-curwin.as Allen Mendler workshops. (n.d) Retrieved from http://www.tlc- sems.com/allen-mendler.aspx Fitzer, K. Lesson 2-question 1 curwin & mendler – required [Online Forum Comment]. Retrieved from http://students.ed.uiuc.edu/fitzer/EdPsy399OL/curwinan dmendler.htm Bunchwacky. (2008, July 12). Discipline with dignity: a classroom behavioral model by richard curwin and allen mendler [Web log message]. Retrieved from http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/798815/discipline_ with_dignity_a_classroom_pg2.html?cat=25 Retrieved from: http://www.tlc-sems.com/discipline-with-dignity.aspx