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Education - Educational Discipline

Here you will learn some English words related to educational discipline such as "demerit", "detention", and "counseling".

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expulsion
expulsion
[noun]

the act of expelling or forcing someone to leave a particular place, especially a school

Ex: The committee discussed the expulsion of the disruptive student from the program .
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dropout
dropout
[noun]

someone who leaves school or college before finishing their studies

Ex: The dropout decided to enroll in a vocational training program to gain new skills and improve his job prospects .
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suspension

the action of officially not allowing someone to go to school, work, or participate in something for a specific length of time, particularly to punish them

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probation
probation
[noun]

a legal arrangement in which a convicted offender is released under specific conditions instead of serving time in prison

Ex: Probation officers monitor compliance with court orders.
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counseling

a process of providing guidance, support, and advice to someone facing personal, emotional, or psychological challenges

Ex: He decided to attend counseling to manage anxiety and develop coping strategies for better mental health .
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corporal punishment

the physical punishment of people, especially of children or convicts

Ex: The debate over corporal punishment often centers on the balance between parental rights and the well-being of children .
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demerit
demerit
[noun]

a point against someone for a fault or wrongdoing, often used in educational or disciplinary contexts

Ex: The demerit system was implemented to discourage disruptive behavior in the classroom .
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detention
detention
[noun]

a type of punishment for students who have done something wrong and as a result, they cannot go home at the same time as others

Ex: Detention is often used as a disciplinary measure to deter students from breaking school rules .
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telling-off

a form of scolding or criticism intended to discourage bad behavior or actions

Ex: My mom gave me a telling-off for not cleaning my room .
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taunt
taunt
[noun]

an insulting or mocking remark or action intended to provoke someone or elicit a reaction

Ex: Despite the taunts from the opposing team 's fans , the athlete remained composed and focused on the game .
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bully
bully
[noun]

a person who likes to threaten, scare, or hurt others, particularly people who are weaker

Ex: The bully was given a warning for his behavior .
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truant
truant
[noun]

a student who does not have permission for not attending school

Ex: Being truant can lead to serious academic consequences and disciplinary actions.
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