Zero Tolerance, Zero Evidence: An Analysis of School Disciplinary Practice
Author(s):
Skiba, R.J.
Organization:
Indiana Education Polic Center
Date Published:
August, 2000 This report argues that data collected since zero tolerance policies began in the 1980s indicate that school suspension and expulsion result in a number of negative outcomes for schools and students. Alternatives to zero tolerance (such as bullying prevention) are also discussed.
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