Corporal Punishment

Corporal punishment is a controversial issue.

While many child experts consider corporal punishment as damaging to

the development of children, there are some parents

who consider it to be appropriate. If you are in favor of corporal punishment

Take a position (perhaps the position you favor)

and examine your position using the literature/ websites

below or other peer reviewed journal articles.

if you are in favor of corporal punishment, be sure to include the negative aspects that are cited in the literature.

Be sure to include the opposing argument or point of view. Due October 18, 2019. 2-3 pages—

Don’t forget 2 posts to classmates. Post directly on the discussion board. You may create a word

document and cut and paste to discussion board. You are expected to review websites below in addition to other

peer reviewed articles, books or government websites. You are encouraged to mention alternatives to corporal punishment

and the methods that are viewed as working discipline methods.

Good Website for information about corporal punishment