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Dealing with Bullying--Moving the Needle in Light of the AERA Report on Prevention of Bullying among Schools, Universities, and Colleges

Fri, April 4, 4:05 to 6:05pm, Convention Center, Floor: 200 Level, 202B

Session Type: Invited Session

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This panel will summarize effective trends in bullying prevention that build on the American Educational Research Association’s 2013 Prevention of bullying in schools, colleges, and universities: Research report and recommendations.
A core theme of this presentation is that schools must take a comprehensive approach to bullying prevention that places central emphasis on maintaining a positive school climate. Although most schools, districts, and States continue to focus on bullying prevention curricula and programs, this panel will begin with an overview of research evidence finding that these efforts have limited effectiveness. The following three presentations will present reviews and/or new research findings about effective school climate reform and its relevance to bullying prevention.
All presenters will apply new research findings to address central issues in the scientific study of effective bullying prevention efforts and school climate reform, including definitions of school climate and the relative value of bullying prevention programs versus a broader and more inclusive school climate improvement process.
A growing body of research supports the need for a comprehensive, ecologically informed school reform effort that engages all members of the school community to promote a positive and sustained climate for learning.

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