Reporting Plan on Exploring the Mechanisms Behind School bullying
Questions and Evidence
This news report will explore the underlying causes of school violence in a more in-depth
manner in order to provide a comprehensive report on the impact of society, family and school
environment on school violence. In the course of this investigation, a comprehensive
understanding of the mechanisms of school violence, the different forms of violence
manifestations, and the influencing factors in terms of the psychological state and family
background of the parties behind it will be provided. By digging deeper into these elements, I
would aim to present readers with a more complete and deeper understanding to the problem of
school violence.
This news report intends to provide a comprehensive analysis of the underlying factors
contributing to violence within educational institutions. Its purpose is to underscore the pivotal
role and responsibility that families and educational institutions bear in addressing this pressing
issue. Throughout my exploration, I will delve into the significance of the educational system,
with particular attention given to the invaluable contribution made by parents and schools in
fulfilling their social responsibilities. School institutions play a crucial role in shaping students'
understanding of and response to bullying. The educational mission of schools lies in raising
awareness and equipping students with necessary skills for navigating society without resorting
to malicious behavior. However, it is imperative to acknowledge that violence still persists within
educational institutions. Therefore, it is an urgent need to examine whether schools are managing
effectively in this regard is a matter for deeper reflection and understanding. The ultimate
intention behind this news report is to offer valuable insights that foster a deeper understanding
regarding the role of families and educational institutions play in preventing and addressing
violence in education.
In order to effectively address the underlying mechanisms of school violence, it is crucial
for me to gather and present multiple key pieces of evidence that accurately elucidate the
operational dynamics of school bullying and the roles played by various stakeholders. This
evidential framework encompasses communication and interviews with both bullies, victims, and
educational personnel. By doing so, a more holistic understanding of school violence can be
provided to society while shedding light on internal dynamics such as competition, revenge or
ignorance stemming from childhood experiences or other underlying causes. Furthermore,
insights into victims' experiences including emotional reactions and psychological effects can be
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obtained through interviews as well as diaries or social media posts. Establishing effective
communication channels with schools is also important to addressing bullying incidents since
schools play a critical role in prevention and response efforts. Therefore, this news report will
seek to engage in dialogue and conduct interviews with school administrators, educators, and
safety personnel while gaining an understanding of their protocols for handling bullying
incidents which ultimately aids in preventing future occurrences of school violence.
Observation
In reality, school violence manifests in various forms, encompassing both physical and
online realms. It involves aggressive behavior exhibited by young students within school
settings, taking the shape of physical, emotional, or psychological persecution. These acts can
transpire across different locations such as classrooms, school buses, playgrounds, and social
media platforms where students engage in verbal attacks, mockery, malicious comments and
offensive language. Additionally, certain students may be ostracized or isolated leading to
feelings of exclusion and unwelcomeness. School violence extends beyond school campuses to
online spaces due to the prevalence of social media platforms; cyberbullying victimizes students
through malicious comments or inappropriate content dissemination. Although this form of
violence occurs virtually it significantly impacts victims' real lives through harassment incidents
involving posting malicious comments or spreading inappropriate content while also posing
threats towards fellow students' safety. The wide-ranging nature of violence within schools has
posed a grave threat to adolescents' psychological well-being and the overall safety of the
educational environment.
Field visits and background checks are essential for comprehensive coverage of violence
in schools. Field study to relevant educational institutions is imperative, as these schools are
often the backdrop for many of these violent incidents. Elementary schools, middle schools, and
high schools have the potential for various forms of aggression. By experiencing firsthand the
school environment and safety protocols implemented, I was able to gain a deeper understanding
of students' daily lives on campus and identify potential hotspots of school bullying. During my
investigation, I have the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of the experiences of victims
and bullies. Students may voluntarily come forward to share their personal experiences of school
violence against themselves or their classmates. These shared experiences greatly contribute to
my understanding of the dynamics of school violence and the far-reaching effects on individuals,
including the emotional, psychological, and physical impacts. In addition, some students may be
eyewitnesses to such incidents and provide valuable details that help us better understand the
issue at hand.
Social media on the other hand has served as a crucial information source where victims
and witnesses of school violence openly share their experiences and emotions. These firsthand
accounts offer valuable insights into the incident, providing additional details and emotional
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perspectives. Therefore, to present a more comprehensive understanding of school violence
mechanisms, it is imperative for journalists to analyze posts and comments on relevant social
media platforms as evidence. This approach enables a deeper comprehension of the impact of
school violence and societal reactions. In conclusion, visiting schools and conducting thorough
background research are indispensable tools that empower journalists to report on this significant
social issue in a more professional manner with enhanced depth.
Key Sources/Interviews
Bullying in schools often signals the inclusion of multiple players, but it is undeniable
that the bully is at the center of the violence and the initiator of school violence. The bully in
school violence is the one who initiates the violent behavior. They often have some kind of
interest or verbal relationship with the victim, and display aggressive behavior towards each
other for personal reasons. Bullies are often more than a single person, but a group. From the
bully's point of view, physical bullying behavior is considered justified and righteous due to
imperfections in perspective. Their misbehavior towards their victims comes out of personal
heroism, and physical violence is a way for them to assert their status in the schoolyard as a
result of their twisted inner needs. Their actions may involve criminal offenses such as bodily
harm, threats, intimidation, etc. Therefore, legal accountability of the bullies is often an
important focus and they may face criminal charges and legal sanctions.
Compared to physical violence, verbal violence is more of an extreme expression of the
heart and a wrong way of venting negative feelings towards the victim. Often occurring both in
reality and online, verbal violence reflects the darker side of the abuser's mind and the distorted
circumstances in which they live. They usually do not know how to regulate their hearts and
balance their minds, and can only put themselves in such a way as to cause their wrongful
behavior.
The victim of school violence is a crucial role that must be taken into account when
addressing the issue of school bullying. School bullying refers to deliberate, repetitive, and
persistent negative behaviors inflicted upon one or more students by their peers, resulting in
physical and psychological harm. It is important to differentiate between victims of school
violence and victims of criminal incidents in society as the former primarily occurs among
primary school students and encompasses various forms such as relational bullying, verbal
bullying, physical bullying, cyberbullying, etc. Within the context of school violence, mental and
physical aggression from bullies represents the most prevalent form experienced by victims.
Many victims have been subjected to abuse, sarcasm, isolation, threats and other forms of harm
by their peers both on campus and online. School violence is a type of bullying that is highly
covert and extremely damaging, often going unnoticed by the wider community. Reporting their
experiences and perspectives through news reports is an essential aspect of supporting this
vulnerable group.
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Family factors are also an important social role to consider when exploring the topic of
school violence. Behind every school bully is a family environment with distorted relationships
and poor triangulation. Many bullies have obvious violent behavior between their parents in their
family of origin. Violent behavior and conflicts in the family environment may have an effect on
small children and make them violent. At the same time, bullies often have childhoods that are
devoid of emotional companionship, with their parents being too busy with other things to care
for their children. Some parents are too busy making a living or enjoying themselves to
discipline their children. As for the families of those children who are bullied, a large part of the
children grow up in an authoritarian type of environment and are often asked by their parents to
be obedient, so they are weak, well-behaved, and do not dare to resist when they encounter
periods. In addition, the economic conditions of a family sometimes determine the degree of
threat a child receives in a group, and children with poor economic conditions are likely to be
bullied by children with good economic conditions.
In order to better interview the important people mentioned above, I will find suitable
candidates to interview through friends around me and the Internet. First of all, I will ask my
friends whether they have participated in or experienced campus violence, which is the easiest
and quickest way to find interview subjects. In addition, the Internet is also an efficient way to
explore, I can browse relevant websites, or personally post to recruit participants and experience,
interviews will also be conducted through the Internet.
There are several key considerations that must be adhered to when attempting to
communicate with victims of school violence and bullies. First and foremost, their explicit
consent must be obtained prior to conducting any interviews. Written consent is highly
recommended so that those involved are fully aware of the purpose and possible consequences of
their participation, thus giving them the autonomy to decide whether or not they wish to
participate in the interview process. Respect for privacy is absolutely essential; therefore,
personal information should only be disclosed with the express consent of the person concerned.
interview will be centered on the person's personal experience, and through questioning I will
learn about the person's involvement in school violence. When it comes to ethical issues, I need
to maintain a neutral, objective and unbiased stance because my primary goal is to obtain
unbiased facts and opinions. Also in the field of journalism, it is important to maintain strict
confidentiality and avoid revealing the identity of the victim and the perpetrator as well as any
sensitive personal information that may cause them harm. When interviewing victims, it is
important to show empathy and respect for their emotions, skillfully avoiding potentially
disturbing topics while ensuring that the entire interview is conducted within their comfort zone.
In addition, adherence to local laws and ethical guidelines, especially those pertaining to minors,
must be prioritized in order to ensure the legality and ethics of the entire interview and reporting
process. In conclusion, the purpose of this report is to shed light on the issue of violence in
schools and to raise public awareness and understanding of the mechanisms involved, while
protecting the privacy and dignity of those involved.
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Background Research
In completing a journalistic report on the behavioral mechanisms behind school violence,
I will be investigating and reviewing relevant academic studies through Proquest. The next two
articles provide an in-depth analysis of the issue of school violence, which includes scholarly
papers and surveys in the fields of sociology, psychology, and education with specialized insights
into the mechanisms behind school violence.
The first article is titled: The Role of School Climate in School Violence: A Validity Study
of a Web-Based School Violence Survey.(Hurford et al, 2010) It has introduced the use of a
survey instrument known as the "SVS" which is designed to investigate students' perceptions of
their school environment and their interactions within various social groups. Through the SVS
survey, the author has analyzed the underlying mechanisms through how school violence being
operated. The findings from this research shed light on an alarming theories: there is an increased
likelihood of violent behavior among students when adult administrators and teachers allow one
group to perpetuate negative behaviors towards another group. This includes instances such as
bullying or witnessing students being threatened with weapons. By utilizing the SVS survey
instrument, researchers provided a platform for students to express their experiences, opinions,
and observations regarding their school environment in relation to different social groups.
Through identifying factors that contribute to such behavior, educators can implement targeted
interventions that promote inclusivity, respect, and positive relationships among all student
groups. Overall, this article provides new insights into school violence by investigating students'
perspectives and experiences, emphasizes the important influence of school environment and
climate on violent behavior, which provides a basis for further research.
The second article is titled: Review of Reducing anger and violence in schools: An
evidence-based approach. (Rentrop. Carla, 2021) This article has mentioned William Ketterer's
book, “Reducing Anger and Violence in Schools: an Evidence-Based Approach.” The book is
about assisting teachers, school administrators, parents, counselors, and psychologists in
preventing and reducing school violence and rage. In order to prevent incidents of violence and
anger, the book provides a practical strategy to respond to student's intense feelings. It also
examines modern circumstances, such as changes in school relationships and the shift from
traditional class learning to virtual learning. The main point of the article is that building trusting
relationships is crucial to the success of treating and preventing problems. The authors also
discuss a four-step technique that can assist parents, carers, teachers, or therapists in efficiently
calming emotions during a child's emotional crisis. These new concepts enable readers to
examine and respond to young people's emotional difficulties in a more comprehensive manner.
In summary, this paper offers a practical framework and strategy for those worried about school
violence, highlights the vital importance of relationships in psychotherapy, and offers case
studies and practical activities to assist readers better understand and use these techniques."
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The news pitch
Education Week pitch: Taking a Firm Stand: Reveal the Silent Epidemic of School Bullying
In schools' hallways, behind closed doors, and within the depths of social media, a dark
and heartbreaking reality thrives - the hidden world of school bullying. There are always
neglected, bullied and victimized students in those tragic school stories. Violence in schools,
whether verbal abuse, physical injury, or heartbreak, has caused untold wounds to innocent
victims. As a journalism student, I feel I am the right person to tell the story of school violence.
The role of a journalism student is not only to deliver information but to be the voice and
conscience of the community. I can dig up the truth and present it objectively and unbiasedly.
Across the nation, school bullying affects countless students, leaving profound emotional
and psychological scars. This pressing issue deserves our attention, and we intend to shed light
on it in our upcoming news story. This news story will mainly focus on online school bullying.
We will discuss personal experiences of online harassment and how schools are tackling this
issue. Throughout the article, we will also interview people who have experienced or witnessed
bullying firsthand. Throughout their narratives, they will demonstrate how pervasive this issue is
and how emotional toll and lasting effects are caused by it. This news article interviews a college
student who has experienced cyberbullying and is an avid social media and online
communicator, who one day finds her social media accounts flooded with malicious comments
and insults. As you can see, this news story is more than just an introduction; it is intended to be
more of a call to action. The data for this article on school violence will come from the National
Center for Education Statistics. By exploring multiple perspectives, we can gain a deeper
understanding of the phenomenon of violence in schools and the efforts made by individuals and
communities to eradicate it.
The complete article will be published in Education Week, an appropriate publication for
news about school violence. Education Week is a leading education-focused media outlet with a
broad readership base and social media channels that can spread information about school
violence to a broader audience, generating more discussion and action on the issue. The target
audience for this article on school violence is educators and students, aiming to draw attention to
the case's importance and inspire them to take action to address this serious challenge. Students
are the direct beneficiaries and influencers of the problem of school violence, so the article
should encourage them to pay attention to the problem and take positive action. They should be
aware of their rights on campus, including the right to be treated with respect, safety and
equality. Finally, the article will also be published in Teen Vogue, a publication whose primary
audience is teens and young adults. Teen Vogue's direct readers are teenagers and young adults
who may be directly affected by school violence or have witnessed it. Therefore, through this
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platform, the issue of violence in schools can be brought to the attention of young people for
discussion and awareness-raising.
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