Assertive discipline is a competency based approach to discipline. This book will provide the skills and confidence you need to take charge in your classroom given the reality of today's schools. This approach does not advocate teachers storming into their classroom and throttling any child who opens his mouth. What it does advocate is that teachers must utilize a sytematic approach to discipline which enables them to set firm consistent limits for the students while at the same time remaining cognizant of the reality of the student's need for warmth and positive support. - Back cover.