Why collective punishment doesn’t work

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Group punishment doesn’t fix behaviour – it just makes kids hate school, in The Conversation. explains that collective punishment might seem effective in achieving short-term compliance, but is both unfair and ineffective in the long run.

This article explains:

  • Why collective punishment often backfires by creating resentment and disengagement.
  • How it undermines principles of fairness and individual responsibility.
  • Alternatives, such as promoting engagement and addressing behaviour through tailored, restorative strategies.

Key takeaway: Collective punishment may offer a quick fix, but it erodes trust and fails to improve behaviour sustainably.

Learn more here.