Understanding Bullying: Definitions, Statistics, and Prevention

Bullying

Learning Objectives

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to define bullying according to the federal definition. At the end of the lesson, you will understand the prevalence and forms of bullying in schools and online. At the end of the lesson, you will recognize the complexity of bullying behaviors and the characteristics of those involved. At the end of the lesson, you will identify effective approaches to bullying prevention. At the end of the lesson, you will know the statistics on bullying prevalence both in the United States and internationally. At the end of the lesson, you will understand the relationship between bullying and suicide. At the end of the lesson, you will be aware of anti-bullying laws and schools' obligations to respond to bullying.

What do you already know about bullying and its impact?

Federal Definition of Bullying

Unwanted aggressive behavior involving a power imbalance and the likelihood of repeated actions.

Research on Bullying

Research indicates that 20% of students ages 12-18 experienced bullying nationwide.

What We've Learned about Bullying

Bullying can occur in various environments including schools, online, and in social settings.

Bullying Statistics

Understanding the prevalence of bullying is crucial for educators and policymakers.

Cyberbullying

Bullying that occurs through digital devices like cell phones, computers, and tablets.

Types of Bullying

Understanding the different forms of bullying is essential for effective prevention.

State and Local Statistics

Anti-bullying laws exist in all states, and schools have a legal obligation to address bullying.

International Statistics

Understanding the global impact of bullying is important for creating effective prevention strategies.

Bullying and Suicide

Understanding the relationship between bullying and suicide is crucial for intervention and support.

Anti-Bullying Laws

Legislation that exists in all states to address and prevent bullying.

Definitions

Bullying: Unwanted aggressive behavior involving a power imbalance and the likelihood of repeated actions. Cyberbullying: Bullying that occurs through digital devices like cell phones, computers, and tablets. Bystanders: Individuals who observe bullying but are not directly involved. Anti-Bullying Laws: Legislation that exists in all states to address and prevent bullying.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.