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Perceptions of Teachers on the Use of Corporal Punishment in Schools: A Case of Kang Secondary Schools

Author Affiliations

  • 1 Botswana College of Agriculture, P/Bag 0027, Gaborone, BOTSWANA

Res. J.Educational Sci., Volume 3, Issue (6), Pages 1-6, August,1 (2015)

Abstract

Corporal punishment is the most common method used in Botswana schools to instil student discipline. This investigated the extent to which the rules and regulations governing the use of corporal punishment in schools are followed and the challenges hindering adherence to these rules and regulations. The study was conducted at Matsha Community College and Motaung Junior Secondary School in Botswana targeting all teachers at the two schools. Fifty-four (54) teachers from Matsha College and thirty-three (33) teachers from Motaung JSS participated in the study. Data were collected using a closed-ended questionnaire and was analysed descriptively. The study found that teachers from the targeted schools adhered to the rules and regulations governing the use of corporal punishment but there are challenges that hinder complete adherence. In view of the findings, the study recommends increased and continuous capacity building of teacher on the rules and regulations governing the use of corporal punishment in schools.

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