Study reveals keys to train teachers to deal with bullying
School can be a tough place on kids who face bullying. Sac State research shows that educating new teachers how to help young students who have abeen targeted by bullies can be an essential part of their training. (iStock photo)
By Jonathan Morales
Preservice teachers are not receiving the training they need to properly identify bullying at school and effectively respond to it, a new study co-authored by a Sacramento State Counseling professor shows.
A survey of college students taking a required teacher-training course revealed that they have a broad understanding of bullying, but lack specific knowledge about what constitutes bullying and what to do when they see it.