| 英文摘要 |
This study employed a secondary data comparative design to investigate the psychological mechanisms and environmental contexts underlying inappropriate disciplinary behavior among early childhood teachers. Using the national norm dataset from the Kids in Taiwan (KIT) longitudinal survey 60-month cohort (N=872) as a reference, data from 12 kindergarten teachers with documented inappropriate disciplinary incidents or self-reported misconduct were compared across multiple dimensions. Results indicated no significant differences in child-rearing beliefs between the two groups. However, the incident group demonstrated significantly lower scores on workplace support systems (received help at work, collegial value congruence), teacher–child interaction quality (negative emotional expression frequency, positive responsiveness to children, and teaching self-efficacy), and family–school relationship quality (parental trust and parent–teacher communication satisfaction), along with a stronger tendency toward external attribution of responsibility. The findings suggest that inappropriate disciplinary behavior does not primarily stem from moral deficits or erroneous beliefs, but rather represents a failure of professional practice under conditions of resource depletion, professional isolation, and family–school conflict. Practical implications for systemic prevention through teacher psychological support, optimized working conditions, and strengthened family–school partnerships are discussed. |