When originally published this book reported the first major application of 'labelling theory¿ to deviance in classrooms. The authors explore the nature ofclassroom rules, show how they constitute a pervasive feature of the classroom, and examine the ways in which teachers use these rules as grounds for imputing 'deviance¿ to pupils. A theory of social typing is developed to show how teachers come to define certain pupils as deviant persons such as 'troublemakers¿ and several case-studies are used to document this analysis. Finally, the teachers¿ reactions to disruptive classroom conduct are examined as complex strategic attempts at social control in the classroom. The book has a double focus on deviance theory and the process of teaching.
- ISBN: 978-0-415-68947-2
- Editorial: Routledge
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 294
- Fecha Publicación: 01/11/2011
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés