It is argued by some that educators should have the right to dismiss a disruptive student from the classroom. However, I believe that this is not the most effective approach for a troubled student, and that there are far more constructive alternatives available to educators.
Firstly, asking a child to leave the classroom is an ineffective approach because children tend to be sensitive and can be affected by such an experience. Being dismissed from class may also trigger anger or confusion in the child. Furthermore, it may result in a student being ridiculed by their peers. A child who is repeatedly removed, for instance, may begin to associate school with humiliation.
One effective alternative is engaging with the family of the child who has disruptive behaviour. The student’s family can be invited to meet with teachers to address the situation. In this way, the child would receive guidance from their parents and might get a better understanding of the difficulties arising during lessons.
Secondly, identifying the root causes of the child’s disruptive behaviour is arguably the most constructive solution. Children tend to have tough times during adolescence, or may be struggling with difficulties at home or within the school environment. I believe that if a teacher can recognise the signs of a struggling student, they may understand the root causes of these disruptive actions. For instance, most schools have a school counselor for students to talk about their problems.
In conclusion, dismissing a child from the classroom remains an unnecessarily extreme action and can have a lasting negative impact on the student. Solutions like parental engagement or addressing the underlying causes seem like better options.