Why are some teachers reported to have bumped a learner's head on the wall or made a child swallow scratch or pencil filings?

Answer 1

There have been instances of a teacher doing things to students as a form of discipline. Causing physical harm to a student is never acceptable as a means of discipline.

Answer 2

because they are not emotionally stable... that's it

Answer 3

Answer: Generally because the child was not paying attention in class or disobeyed/disagreed with the teacher. This is known as corporal punishment and is generally frowned upon.

Answer 4

A teacher who would intentionally bump a learner's head on the wall or make a child swallow scratch paper or pencil filings is guilty of abuse. They should be removed from their position.

Answer 5

Perhaps beause they did those things. However it is not a recommended teaching method.