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Cyberbully Tools of the Trade
Since bullies are beginning to take their aggression online, it is important for teachers and parents to understand the technology and know where to find these new high-tech playgrounds.

Published by Casey (478 pts ) on Oct 23, 2008 to
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The Harm Caused by Bullying
Bullying is becoming an increasingly serious problem in schools and online. Obviously it can be extremely harmful to victim--but also to the bully, and to the children's environment as a whole.

Published by Casey (478 pts ) on Oct 12, 2008 to
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Why Some Children Bully Others
We all know that bullying is a big problem in schools today. Most of us also know the signs of children who are being bullied and some techniques we can use to prevent it. But what many of us do not know is exactly what makes these bullies act the way they do.

Published by MargieH. (1,920 pts ) on Sep 24, 2008 to
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Spotting the Three Types of Bullies
Not all bullies have the same motivations or patterns. There are three basic types of bullies--physical, verbal, and relational. Learn how to spot them in your classroom.

Published by Casey (478 pts ) on Sep 23, 2008 to
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Cyberbullying Part 3: Online Resources
Cyberbullying is a growing problem – one that is much more elusive effects than traditional bullying. Therefore, it’s important for educators to be armed with resources that will help them best respond to cyberbullying situations. Here are some essential online resource to bookmark today!

Published by JenniferB (4,349 pts ) on Sep 14, 2008 to
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Cyberbullying Part 1: Is it Happening in my Classroom?
Even though cyberbullying happens most often outside of school, the effects can be seen in the classroom. In Part 1 of a series of in-depth articles about cyberbullying, I'll discuss why it is important for educators to become informed about this growing form of student conflict.

Published by JenniferB (4,349 pts ) on Sep 7, 2008 to
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Combat Bullying: Five Online Resources
Dealing with bullies can seem like an endless battle where the biggest fights erupt at the most inconvenient times. As teachers, it’s important that we have our own arsenal of ammunition that we can pull up in a pinch. Here are five essential Web sites to bookmark for your next bully battle.

Published by JenniferB (4,349 pts ) on Sep 6, 2008 to
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Recognizing Victims of Bullying
At some point during your teaching career, you will help a child who is being bullied. Many victims of bullying are so terrified of their bully that they suffer in silence. So it is up to you, the teacher, to recognize a child who is being victimized and to act on your observations.

Published by MargieH. (1,920 pts ) on Sep 3, 2008 to
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Identifying Bullies
No teacher wants to deal with bullying. Unfortunately, identifying and preventing bullying has become a routine part of many teachers’ days. Once you recognize that it is indeed a problem, the first step you must take is to identify the students responsible for the actual bullying behavior.

Published by MargieH. (1,920 pts ) on Sep 3, 2008 to
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Psychology: Early Adolescence Part 3
Early adolescence occurs roughly between the ages of twelve and eighteen years. During this time period many dramatic changes are taking place not only mentally but physically for the child. So what can educators do to help these transitions in the classroom?

Published by Jacqueline Cataldo (4,103 pts ) on Aug 13, 2008 to
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