II. METHODS OF DISCIPLINE
For observations under this section visit a number of different classes and note the general restlessness or quiet of the groups. Note in detail how the “order” is maintained, and try to determine (1) what is the teacher’s notion of order in each case, and (2) what devices he employs in securing what he wants.
1. Are there formal rules? For example, must the pupils sit in a certain way? Must they ask questions in a certain way?
2. Does the teacher talk about order?
3. Does he have other devices that are evident, such as pausing and looking at some member of the class?
4. Does he inflict penalties?
5. Does he have devices that are less obvious, such as varying the character of the work or calling on a member of the class who is disorderly?
6. What is the relation of order to the subject of instruction?
7. Does the teacher neglect disorder which you would correct?
8. Of all the cases which you observed, which do you regard as the best kind of order?