EDU305 GDB solution Spring 2023

 

EDU305

GDB Solution

Spring 2023

 

 

Q: What is bullying? Being a teacher, what strategies you will use to control bullying among school children? Write at least 5 strategies.

 

Solution:

 

Bullying:

 

Bullying is a repeated aggressive behavior where one person (or group of people) in a position of power deliberately intimidates, abuses, or coerces an individual with the intention to hurt that person physically or emotionally. Acts of bullying can be physical or verbal. 

As a teacher, strategies I will used to control bullying among school children are:

1.    Create a classroom culture that values respect, kindness, and empathy. Foster a sense of belonging for all students, making it less likely for bullying to occur.

2.    Conduct age-appropriate lessons or discussions on bullying to help students understand its impact and consequences. Teach them about empathy, conflict resolution, and appropriate communication skills.

 

3.    Establish peer support initiatives, such as buddy systems or mentoring programs, to encourage positive relationships between older and younger students. This can foster a sense of responsibility and discourage bullying behavior.

 

4.    If witness or receive reports of bullying, intervene promptly and assertively. Address the situation calmly, separating the involved parties, and collect necessary information for appropriate follow-up actions.

 

5.    Work with school administrators to establish and enforce clear anti-bullying policies. Ensure that appropriate consequences are in place for individuals engaged in bullying behavior, emphasizing education and rehabilitation whenever possible.