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CEPD 8102 Barry D. Thibault Dr. Hayes. Bullying at Douglass A Discussion and Interview with Douglass Theater Students. Project Summary This project allowed me the opportunity to interview several of my students about their thoughts and experiences with bullying in the classroom.
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CEPD 8102Barry D. ThibaultDr. Hayes Bullying at Douglass A Discussion and Interview with Douglass Theater Students
Project Summary This project allowed me the opportunity to interview several of my students about their thoughts and experiences with bullying in the classroom. The intent was to share and learn what obstacles they face in their daily struggles with this important topic. These students have agreed to share their video discussions with others to encourage changes within our school. The Douglass Theater Students have also agreed to use the advice of peers and video discussions to promote and advocate the necessary change in our community. Bullying Project
Obama’s message to students on Bullying http://www.youtube.com/itgetsbetterproject Thoughts on “Bullying in the Classroom” President Obama
Outcomes of Bullying Many students face bullying everyday!
What does the word “Bullying” mean to you and your classroom? Outcomes of Bullying Physical or psychological intimidation that occurs repeatedly over time Bullying can include teasing, hitting, cyber bullying or stealing Boys and girls can become bullies Spreading rumors or exclusion from groups and friends
Class Bullying Discussion Douglass Theater “Bullying in the Classroom” Student Discussions
Who are the victims of Bullying? Outcomes of Bullying Children who are bullied are often insecure, socially isolated, anxious, and have low self-esteem They are unlikely to defend themselves or retaliate They tend to be weaker than their peers
Bullying Interview Theater 2A Period Video/Audio Douglass Theater “Bullying in the Classroom” Student Discussions
How is “Bullying” affecting student and parent /teacher relations? Outcomes of Bullying • Parents of children who are bullied are often overprotective with their children • Children who are bullied perceive parent or teacher intervention to be ineffective and are unlikely to report the problem
Bullying Interview Video/Audio Douglass Theater “Bullying in the Classroom” Student Discussions
What are the outcomes of being harassed ? Outcomes Of Bullying Children who are bullied often experience low self-esteem and depression even into adulthood Children who are bullied perceive school as an unsafe place and are likely to miss more days of school than their peers, as a result their education is negatively affected
What are the outcomes of being harassed (Continued)? Outcomes of Bullying Children who are bullied often have higher incidences of headaches, sleeping problems, abdominal pain, feelings of depression and being tired (Fekkes, Pijpers, & Verloove-Vanhornick, 2004). Children who are bullied perceive school as an unsafe to be and often times shy away from joining groups/clubs and have a higher risk for quitting school.
Bullying and Race, Student Issues, Sexual Orientation Final thoughts on “Bullying in the Classroom” Student Discussions
What can we do to prevent further bullying in Theater Class? Preventing Bullying • Develop classroom rules against bullying • Develop cooperative learning projects that encourage teamwork and reduce social isolation • Create activities or assignments that teach problem-solving or conflict-resolution skills • Participate in role-playing or other activities to help children understand the perspectives of others and identify feelings
Bullying Misconceptions: Outcomes of Bullying Bullying is often perceived as a harmless rite of passage that all children will experience Unless bullying is likely to lead to physical injury, many adults believe it is best left to be resolved by children and their peers
“One life lost in this senseless way is tragic. Four lives lost is a crisis. And these are just the stories we hear about. How many other teens have we lost? How many others are suffering in silence? Being a teenager and figuring out who you are is hard enough without someone attacking you.” “My heart is breaking for their families, their friends and for a society that continues to let this happen. These kids needed us. We have an obligation to change this. There are messages everywhere that validate this kind of bullying and taunting and we have to make it stop. We can't let intolerance and ignorance take another kid's life.” Read more: http://ellen.warnerbros.com/2010/09/its_time_to_end_teenage_bullying_0930.phpEllen Degeneres- Talk Show Host
Bullying References http://ellen.warnerbros.com/2010/09/its_time_to_end_teenage_bullying_0930.php http://www.youtube.com/itgetsbetterproject Santrock, J.W., (2008). Essentials of life-span development (1st ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill.