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Understanding the core issues of getting students to cooperate has never been so clear and concise. In this second edition, widely respected authors and educators, Ron and Roxanne Claassen, maintain the core restorative justice discipline system that makes things as right as possible, while adding new insights and evidence/research. The original Latin definition of discipline (disciplina) did not include punishment. Discipline (needed to prevent and respond to misbehavior) was focused on learning and teaching. Teachers and Students using DTR Teach and Learn: •The dangers and opportunities of conflict and misbehavior •How to recognize and respond to an escalating conflict •Responsibility through development of classroom respect agreements •That trust grows when agreements are made and kept (teacher/student and student/student) •A Visual Model of 4 Options that assists in deciding and inviting a constructive response to conflict and misbehavior •Respect and appreciation for differences •Listening and Speaking Skills to transform confrontation into cooperation •A Peacemaking Model •Step by step processes to constructively address injustices and other conflicts or problems •The carefully constructed Flowchart to guide a constructive and restorative justice escalation when necessary. •How to mediate conflicts at school and home •Accountability, the value of and process for following up on agreements DTR, as the discipline system, creates a climate of respect while increasing accountability in their classrooms and schools.DTR uniquely blends theory, strategies, and best practices of Conflict Resolution Education, Peacemaking, Mindfulness, and Restorative Justice, and is illustrated with a multitude of case studies to form an effective discipline system. DTR supports the positive behavior of all students and is especially effective with those students who are most resistant to authority by involving them in processes that empower them to be responsible and accountable. DTR transforms misbehavior into learning experiences that decrease stress, improve effectiveness, and build relationships. DTR is grounded in Ron’s extensive and pioneer work in Restorative Justice (RJ) and Victim Offender Reconciliation Program (VORP) and Roxanne’s 20 years of adapting the theory, skills and strategies of RJ and VORP to transform her school’s punitive discipline to restorative discipline. Punishment for misbehavior causes resentment to grow and damages teacher/student relationships, at least a little, and sometimes a lot. Even when a DTR teacher or administrator uses their power and authority, it is done in a way that is reasonable, respectful, restorative, and intended to reintegrate (not exclude) the student. Schools using DTR reduce or eliminate suspensions and expulsions because they are not needed, not because the authorities are being permissive and overlooking bad behavior.