African American Boys and the Discipline Gap: Balancing Educators' Uneven Hand

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  • Author(s): Monroe, Carla R.
  • Language:
    English
  • Source:
    Educational Horizons. Win 2006 84(2):102-111.
  • Publication Date:
    2006
  • Document Type:
    Journal Articles
    Reports - Evaluative
  • Additional Information
    • Availability:
      Pi Lambda Theta, Inc. 4101 East Third Street, Bloomington, IN 47401-5599. Tel: 800-487-3411; Fax: 812-339-3462; e-mail: [email protected]; Web site: http://www.pilambda.org/horizons/publications%20index.htm
    • Peer Reviewed:
      Y
    • Source:
      10
    • Education Level:
      Elementary Secondary Education
    • Subject Terms:
      Teacher Attitudes; Cultural Influences; Student Behavior; Classroom Environment; Cultural Relevance; Elementary Secondary Education; African American Children; Sanctions; Males; Discipline; African American Students; Disproportionate Representation
    • ISSN:
      0013-175X
    • Abstract:
      In this article, the author first sets forth theoretical reasons for African American males' location in national disciplinary trends. Special emphasis is placed on the role of culture as a key factor in why Black boys lead the most measures of behavioral sanctions. Next, she analyzes how research findings centered on African American and boys' cultural orientations may shape classroom life to promote positive results. She sketches and discusses pedagogical strategies and teaching resources for K-12 educators. Finally, she concludes with a brief discussion of how future scholars may extend the ideas raised to remedy the discipline gap and further assist the academic pursuits of Black youth.
    • Abstract:
      ERIC
    • Number of References:
      42
    • Publication Date:
      2007
    • Accession Number:
      EJ750615