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Teachers, administrators, support staff, and boards of education are accountable for ensuring students have a safe learning environment.
Teachers, administrators, support staff, and boards of education are accountable for ensuring students have a safe learning environment.
True
The three elements of bullying are harm, unfair match, and name-calling.
The three elements of bullying are harm, unfair match, and name-calling.
False
Cyberbullying is a rare type of bullying behavior.
Cyberbullying is a rare type of bullying behavior.
False
Younger students can be especially susceptible to emotional bullying.
Younger students can be especially susceptible to emotional bullying.
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Students who are targets of bullying behavior often become depressed, especially if they believe the bullying will continue indefinitely.
Students who are targets of bullying behavior often become depressed, especially if they believe the bullying will continue indefinitely.
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To be considered bullying, the behavior has to involve a physical attack.
To be considered bullying, the behavior has to involve a physical attack.
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Under New Jersey Law, school employees have one month to submit a written report after witnessing a bullying incident.
Under New Jersey Law, school employees have one month to submit a written report after witnessing a bullying incident.
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Bullying victims often become depressed.
Bullying victims often become depressed.
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Social bullies often isolate a victim by spreading rumors or lies about the victim.
Social bullies often isolate a victim by spreading rumors or lies about the victim.
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Mobilization of bystanders is key to helping victims and breaking the power of a bully.
Mobilization of bystanders is key to helping victims and breaking the power of a bully.
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Study Notes
Accountability in Education
- All individuals involved in education, including teachers, administrators, support staff, and boards of education, must ensure a safe learning environment for students.
Elements of Bullying
- The three recognized elements of bullying are harm, power imbalance, and repetition. Name-calling is a common form of bullying but does not define bullying by itself.
Cyberbullying
- Cyberbullying is increasingly common and should not be considered rare; it can often occur alongside traditional forms of bullying.
Vulnerability of Younger Students
- Younger students are particularly vulnerable to emotional bullying, making it critical to monitor their social interactions.
Effects of Bullying
- Victims of bullying frequently experience depression, especially if they feel the bullying is ongoing and inescapable.
Definition of Bullying Behavior
- Bullying does not necessitate a physical attack; it can include verbal, social, and emotional abuse.
Reporting Requirements in New Jersey
- New Jersey law requires school employees to submit a written report of any witnessed bullying incident within ten days.
Isolation Tactics
- Social bullies often use tactics such as spreading rumors or lies to isolate their victims from peers and support systems.
Role of Bystanders
- Mobilizing bystanders is essential in helping victims and dismantling the power dynamics that enable bullying behaviors.
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Test your knowledge on bullying recognition and responsible responses. This quiz includes key concepts and definitions essential for understanding the dynamics of bullying in educational settings. Prepare to challenge misconceptions and reinforce the importance of a safe learning environment.
