Date Approved
6-29-2007
Embargo Period
3-24-2016
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
M.S. in Collaborative Education
Department
Interdisciplinary and Inclusive Education
College
College of Education
Advisor
Madden, Marjorie
Subject(s)
Bullying in schools; Third grade (Education)
Disciplines
Elementary Education and Teaching
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to investigate students' views regarding a variety of topics related to bullying. Different methods were used to gather information regarding the students' opinions. The students shared their ideas through the use of surveys, writing samples, and interviews. This study's results determined students' beliefs about bullying as well as their awareness of its occurrence. Students were able to provide accurate definitions of bullying. Students were also able to discuss several appropriate ways to react to bullying. Results of this study contribute more to the understanding of students' perspectives about the topic of bullying in the school setting.
Recommended Citation
Burns, Laura N., "An exploratory investigation of third graders' perceptions of bullying" (2007). Theses and Dissertations. 796.
https://rdw.rowan.edu/etd/796
