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classroom discipline

1. traditionally, any form of compliance with discipline imposed on school pupils in class.

2. the methods of correction used by teachers or schools for student behavior that does not comply with the rules and regulations that have been established for an optimal learning environment.

3. any type of training expected to produce a specific pattern of behavior within a classroom. In some countries, classroom discipline now excludes physical punishment.

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February 14th 2025

educational sport psychology

educational sport psychology

a specialty focused on the use of psychological methods to improve performance in sport. Educational sport psychologists assist participants in sport to optimize performance enhancement through, for example, use of imagery and attentional focus. Education and training may also be informed by sport science, physical education, or kinesiology. Compare clinical sport psychology.