1.4 AIMS OF THE RESEARCH
This research comprises an investigation into the way in which educators contribute to
the establishment and maintenance of discipline in schools. In the light of the research
questions, the aims of the research are to:
i. determine what the experiences of educators from three selected schools
regarding learner discipline in the school and classroom environment are,
ii. analyze and discuss the rights and duties of educators with regard to discipline in
schools,
iii. examine the perceptions of educators with regard to a disciplined school
environment,
iv. provide guidelines and recommendations pertaining to the effective involvement