Positive Discipline: Solution to Boost Students’ Self Esteem in Learning English as Foreign Language

Abstract

<p>This theoretical concept is aimed to investigate how positive discipline is implemented in foreign language classroom and improve students’ self-esteem. As one of forms of classroom management, positive discipline expects long-term discipline planted in the learners’ behavior. There are five principles of positive discipline which can be implemented in language learning; Identifying long-term goals; Providing warmth and structure; Understanding child development; Identifying individual differences; Problem-solving and responding with positive discipline. The implementation of positive discipline which support classroom encouragement and confidence could improve learner’s self-esteem. By implementing the positive discipline, teacher also takes advantages on understanding more about his students’ character. In addition, learner would realize their long-term goal of learning foreign language which motivates them to be more active in the class.</p>

E-Assessment: Character of Students in Elementary School

“…The character values possessed by students are the character of love for the homeland, tolerance, and discipline [68][69][70][71]. In order for the character of love for the homeland, tolerance, and discipline to be manifested, a character assessment in the form of e-assessment is needed [72][73][74][75]. Using e-assessment will help teachers in assessing the character of patriotism, tolerance, and student discipline.…”