Course Description

Peer bullying is a type of bullying that occurs between students. It can take many forms, including physical, verbal, and social bullying. Physical bullying refers to actions such as hitting, pushing, or stealing, while verbal bullying refers to actions such as name-calling, teasing, or threatening. Social bullying refers to actions such as exclusion, spreading rumors, or manipulating friendships. Peer bullying can have long-term negative effects on students’ mental health and academic performance. It can lead to anxiety, depression, and even suicide. It can also lead to poor school attendance and poor academic performance.

It is important for educators to be able to recognize the signs of peer bullying, so that they can take appropriate action to prevent and intervene. Signs of peer bullying may include changes in a student’s behavior or mood, unexplained injuries, and reluctance to go to school or participate in activities. Prevention is key in tackling peer bullying, educators need to create a positive school culture, where all students feel respected and valued. This can be achieved by promoting positive relationships among students, providing opportunities for students to work together, and teaching students to communicate effectively and resolve conflicts.

Intervening in peer bullying requires a multi-faceted approach, educators can work with students, parents, and the school administration to address the situation. It is important to involve the bullied student, the bully and their parents in the process, provide counseling and support services, and take disciplinary action if necessary. Educators should also monitor the situation to ensure that the bullying has stopped and provide ongoing support to the students involved. It is also important to remember that peer bullying is not just the problem of the school or the classroom, but it is a societal problem that requires a collective effort of educators, parents, and the community to address it effectively.

This training course is designed to provide educators with in-depth knowledge and understanding of peer bullying, its different forms, causes and consequences, and the best practices for preventing and intervening in such situations. The course will also help educators in creating a safe and inclusive school culture, where all students feel respected, supported and valued. Through interactive activities, discussions, and case studies, participants will learn how to recognize the signs of peer bullying, develop an action plan and implement strategies that are effective in preventing and addressing peer bullying. They will also develop personal and professional skills to help them manage the stress and emotional toll that come with addressing this issue. This training course is essential for educators who are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for their students and want to take proactive steps to prevent and address peer bullying.

Learning Outcomes

Successful graduates of the course will have the knowledge and skills to do the following:

• Understand the different forms, causes, and consequences of peer bullying
• Recognize the signs of peer bullying and develop an action plan to prevent and intervene in such situations
• Create a positive school culture and promote positive relationships among students
• Implement strategies for preventing peer bullying, such as teaching effective communication and conflict resolution skills
• Effectively intervene in peer bullying, including working with students, parents, and the school administration
• Provide counseling and support services to students affected by peer bullying
• Involve the community in addressing peer bullying and understand the importance of a collective effort
• Monitor the situation to ensure that the bullying has stopped and provide ongoing support to the students involved
• Develop an action plan to implement in their own schools and classrooms
• Understand the importance of ongoing professional development in addressing peer bullying effectively

Course Details

 
TARGET GROUP

Professionals in the education sector (e.g., teachers, guidance counselors, principals, and administrators at elementary, middle, higher education, vocational institutions, kindergartens and pre-primary schools) and non-governmental organization (NGO) staff.

METHODOLOGY

The methodology of this training course on Peer Bullying is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the issue through a combination of interactive activities, discussions, and case studies. The course will begin with an overview of peer bullying, its forms, causes, and consequences. Participants will then learn how to recognize the signs of peer bullying and develop an action plan to prevent and intervene in such situations. Through interactive activities and discussions, participants will learn how to create a positive school culture and promote positive relationships among students. Participants will also have the opportunity to work in small groups and develop strategies to address peer bullying in their own classrooms. The course will also include guest speakers who have experience in addressing peer bullying, and participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn from their experiences. The course will conclude with an evaluation and an action plan for participants to implement in their own schools and classrooms.

Course Objectives

• Definition of Peer Bullying: Define what peer bullying is and examine its different types.
• Causes and Effects: Understand the possible causes of peer bullying and the effects of this type of bullying on victims, bullies, and other students.
• Identification Methods: Learn methods for recognizing and identifying peer bullying.
• Prevention Strategies: Learn strategies that can be implemented in schools and communities to prevent and reduce peer bullying.
• Communication and Intervention: Develop skills in effectively communicating and using appropriate intervention methods in bullying situations.
• Creating a Supportive Environment: Contribute to preventing peer bullying by creating a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Empathy and Social Skills: Help reduce bullying by fostering empathy and social skills in students.
• Assisting Victims: Learn how to assist victims of peer bullying and ways to support them.
• Parent and Teacher Education: Provide education to parents and teachers on peer bullying and learn how to make them more aware of this issue.
• Laws and Policies: Examine the legal framework, policies, and rules related to peer bullying.
• Case Studies and Scenarios: Gain in-depth knowledge and experience in peer bullying through real-life case studies and scenarios.
• Crisis Intervention and Counseling: Develop skills in crisis intervention and counseling in acute bullying cases.

Tentative Schedule

Day 1 – ARRIVAL DAY

• Introduction to the course
• Ice-breaking activities
• Introduction to Peer Bullying
• Types of Peer Bullying
• Recognizing the signs of Peer Bullying
• Developing an action plan

Day 2 – PREVENTING PEER BULLYING

• Spotting someone who is being bullied
• Possible consequences of peer bullying
• Possible effects of peer bullying
• Problems caused by bullying behavior
• Preventing Peer Bullying by teaching effective communication and conflict resolution skills

Day 3 – CREATING A POSITIVE SCHOOL CULTURE

• Psychological effects to show bullying in the schools
• How to empathy with these students
• Creating a more harmonic, peaceful environments in schools
• Helping students in creating social skills between each other and how to approach positively towards their peers

Day 4 – INTERVENING IN PEER BULLYING

• Working with students, parents, and the school administration
• Punitive discipline method, results, and effects
• Restorative discipline method
• Introducing the family factor and parents’ roles in bullying their children

Day 5 – SUPPORTING STUDENTS AFFECTED BY PEER BULLYING

• Symptoms in children exposed to bullying
• Providing counseling and support services
• Protection factors for peer bullying
• Developing personal responsibility, trust, and importance of bully students

Day 6 – MONITORING AND EVALUATION

• Best practices in preventing bullying
• Creating an action plan and Executing your school event
• Positive/Negative relationships of peer bullying
• Dramatization and peer-bullying prevention activities

 Day 7 – DEPARTURE DAY

• Course evaluation, feedback, discussion and wrap-up
• Certificate ceremony
• Cultural activities

*The schedule describes likely activities but may differ significantly based on the requests of the participants, and the trainer delivering the specific session. Course modifications are subject to the trainer’s discretion. If you would like to discuss a specific topic, please indicate it at least 4 weeks in advance.

Our courses usually include two cultural activities. Further information is available on the webpage of each course.