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Why Schools Are Failing at Discipline: The Shocking Truth (South Africa & Beyond)

A scholarly inquiry into disciplinary practices in educational institutions

This video unpacks the groundbreaking book *A scholarly inquiry into disciplinary practices in educational institutions*, revealing why traditional discipline methods in schools, TVET colleges, and universities are broken. We dive into the real causes—from poverty and broken homes to the hidden impact of neoliberalism and technology. Discover why banning corporal punishment without proper training created a crisis, how bullying is a relationship problem, and what Finland does differently to achieve the lowest bullying rates. Learn the legal pitfalls that get school suspensions overturned and the alternative strategies that actually work. Whether you're an educator, parent, or policy maker, this is a must-watch to understand the deep-rooted issues behind classroom chaos and how to fix them.