Harsher Punishments for Cheating

Sometimes, corporal punishment may get the job done better than a verbal warning ever could. Corporal punishment can be useful, when in moderation.  The kids that aren't used to being hit, may fear being hit; hence, they will fear cheating because they know they can get a punishment that they fear. Also, corporal punishment sets clear boundaries that motivate children to behave at home or in school. "Children make better decisions about their actions and behaviors when they understand what the penalties for misbehaving happen to be. This process allows each child to exercise and enhance their level of self-control" (Crystal Ayers, connectusfund.org, 2019).

Other times, however, corporal punishment for cheating may not be beneficial at times. For example, it increases the risk of injury for a child. If the child becomes injured due to corporal punishment, the school may be sued. "The size difference between an adult and a child creates the risk of injury to kids who receive corporal punishment" (Robert Johnson, TeachersTeach, 2017). Corporal punishment could end up getting quite messy for schools throughout America. Also according to Robert Johnson, corporal punishment can lead to childrens developing depression, increased anxiety, and other mental health issues.

I do not believe that schools should increase punishment for cheating in schools. Corporal punishment, in my opinion, offers more cons than pros. School should be a safe place, especially for the children that live in abusive households. Corporal punishment will make them fear to go to school. Also, adults are much bigger than children. An injury, whether accidental or not, is simply not something students need to worry about in school. Mental health is incredibly important. Childrens' mental health will depreciate due to corporal punishment. I do not believe that schools should increase punishment for cheating.