Not if you put into context. I am not suggesting use all of the above implemets in one spanking. Instead use a selection depending on what the punishment is for and what age the student is when being punished. For example; The teacher may elect using only one item on the list, or start with using hand and then select one implement. (However a few times during my teens, a couple of the female teachers decided to start with the hand, then use the strap and follow with the cane..... any we could certainly count on a follow up spanking by our parents when we got home for getting in trouble at school.)

The school I attended (long time ago now, back when spanking was routine and never questioned) used the above methods on students, including myself! I was frequently on the receiving end of such punishments and it never did any harm to me or my friends (other than sore bottom and embarrassment - we got over it within 24 hours, it was considered normal part of growing up). I see nothing wrong with such methods.

I am a big supporter of such methods, out in the open/publicy where it can be seen by everyone.

*I believe however, that there is a risk of abuse of spanking/corporal punishment or a risk of using it as a means to sexual abuse/other abuse, if spanking is carried out privately behind closed doors where no-one is watching.*

I also believe that spanking/corporal punishment is not just about the strokes on the bottom, or having a sore bottom. A lecture, explanation of wrong doing and embarrassment are important and necessary inclusion with any spanking/corporal punishment, as well as a bright red sore bottom.

I hope this clarifies things up a litte.

Ah, but discipline is very much a teachers' role in the classroom when students misbehave. Parents are not there at the time to discipline their children. A student who misbehaves in class, disrupts the well behaved students from learning. Teachers are there to not only teach students, but to deal with any disruptions to the class.

Many times I have witnessed students misbehave in class and refuse to follow teachers directions for one single reason they admit to; The teacher is by law (in my country) not allowed to raise their voice at the student, not allowed to use corporal punishment, not allowed to "physically or verbally" do anything to the student who refuses to co-operate. Not even the school principle is allowed these things. The only option is to call parents from home or work to remove the student from causing disruption to the class and other students. Therefore, the student admits to misbehavour without any fear of consequences or discipline. The classic response "What are you going to do? I know my rights! You're not allowed to touch me or raise your voice, etc.."

The other day on the news a parent was arrested for doing just that! Their child refused to do anything and the parent was forced to grab their arm and drag them out of the school premises. The parent is now facing child abuse and assault charges.

Also, police officers are law enforcement people. They need to deal with unruly and criminal behaviour of both adults and children.

Now using corporal punishment is something that one does not want to have to use. However, sometimes it is necessary.

My question to you is; In the above situation where the student misbehaves in class, what would be your solution (if not corporal punishment)?