What can teachers do to interrupt bullying? 1. Name three ways of reacting to bullying that are rarely effective. 2. Select all the words or phrases in the following list that are associated with intervention based on healthy, constructive communication and on empowerment. Respect Finding effective strategies Listening without judging Giving time and space Expressing needs Judging Protecting Recognizing courage and creativity Confrontation Saving Dignity and self-esteem Scolding Punishment Keeping your own power Full participation Immediate resolution Students take the lead Keeping control Learning opportunity Adult guidance Adult’s perspective Assessing the roles Being ashamed 3. Which of the following sentences is not a positive or effective intervention with a student who has either bullied someone or supported the bullying. Do a brief presentation explaining to the student the problem of bullying, its consequences and the negative impact on the targeted student. After an initial intervention, follow up with the student in person until you assess that the situation is resolved and that the targeted student is safe. Initiate a conversation with the student to encourage them to reflect on their behaviour and on the consequences of their actions. Focus on the consequences of the student’s behaviour or words on the person who was targeted. Avoid judging the student as a person. 4. Please indicate whether the following statement is true or false. Assertiveness is not always the best or the only choice of strategies for the student who is targeted by bullying (for example, when the dynamic based on a power imbalance is firmly established). The targeted student is best able to assess the most appropriate strategy for their situation. The ultimate responsibility to end bullying rests with adults. q4a True False 5. Give three examples of healthy and constructive communication based on empowerment that you’ve observed between a teacher and a student in your school. (If you're a human, don't change the following field) Enter your name Your first name. Please enable Javascript to use this form. (If you're a human, don't change the following field) Enter your name Your first name. Please enable Javascript to use this form. (If you're a human, don't change the following field) Enter your name Your first name. Please enable Javascript to use this form.
