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An exploratory investigation of third graders' perceptions of bullying

Abstract

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<p>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.</p>

Degree

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Name thesis:degree_name
M.S. in Collaborative Education
Level thesis:degree_level
Thesis
Discipline thesis:degree_discipline
Interdisciplinary and Inclusive Education
Year dc:date.available
2007

Author and committee

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Author dc:creator
  • Burns, Laura N.
Contributors dc:contributor
  • Madden, Marjorie

Subjects

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Identifiers

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Repository record dc:identifier
https://rdw.rowan.edu/etd/796
OAI identifier oai:identifier
oai:rdw.rowan.edu:etd-1781

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2026-07-24
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citation

Burns, Laura N.. An exploratory investigation of third graders' perceptions of bullying. Thesis thesis, 2007. https://rdw.rowan.edu/etd/796