Mendler's emphasis is on developing effective frameworks and strategies for educators to manage behavior and classrooms.
Together with Dr. Richard Curwin, Dr. Mendler developed the 'Discipline with Dignity' approach to classroom management.
[3] This methodology attempts to involve students in defining classroom procedures, rules, and consequences based on values or principles compatible with learning.
Discipline with Dignity is viewed by proponents of the theory as an in-depth flexible approach for effective school and classroom management.
With a strong focus on developing responsibility, it is seen as a comprehensive, practical program that leads to improved student behavior through responsible thinking, cooperation, mutual respect, and shared decision making.