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Bullying in Schools

by Peter K. Smith

Book Details

Publisher:Cambridge University Press
Published:2004-10-21
Pages:356
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Bullying in Schools is the first comparative account of the major intervention projects against school bullying that have been carried out by educationalists and researchers since the 1980s, across Europe, North America and Australasia. Working on the principle that we can learn from both sucesses and failures, this book examines the processes as well as the outcomes, and critically assesses the likely reasons for success or failure. With contributions from leading researchers in the field, Bull

Our Review

This essential guide provides the first comprehensive analysis of major anti-bullying initiatives across three continents, examining intervention projects from Europe, North America, and Australasia since the 1980s. Author Peter K. Smith applies a crucial methodology that learns equally from successful programs and failed attempts, offering readers unprecedented insight into what actually works in school violence prevention. The book critically assesses both processes and outcomes, giving educators and administrators practical understanding beyond theoretical frameworks.

What sets this resource apart is its collaborative approach, featuring contributions from leading researchers who provide diverse perspectives on tackling peer aggression. School administrators, policymakers, and education students will find invaluable guidance here for developing evidence-based anti-bullying strategies that address the complex social dynamics of harassment in educational settings. This comparative study ultimately empowers readers to implement interventions that create safer school environments through proven methods rather than guesswork.

Themes

Education

Subjects

Education