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Addressing Cyberbullying in School Using the Quality Circle Approach

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  23 February 2012

Simone Paul ,
Peter K. Smith  and
Herbert H. Blumberg
Simone Paul*
Affiliation:
Goldsmiths, University of London, United Kingdom. psp01sp@gold.ac.uk
Peter K. Smith
Affiliation:
Goldsmiths, University of London, United Kingdom.
Herbert H. Blumberg
Affiliation:
Goldsmiths, University of London, United Kingdom.
*
*Address for Correspondence: Simone Paul, Psychology Department, Unit for School & Family Studies, Goldsmiths, University of London, New Cross Gate, SE14 6NW, United Kingdom.
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Abstract

Cyberbullying has become a significant area of concern, yet research is still at an early stage. The Quality Circle approach allows explorative analysis of cyberbullying in school settings by identifying issues for further consideration. In this study of cyberbullying in one UK secondary school, Quality Circle participants were required to establish a small anti-bullying taskforce, and then with the guidance of a facilitator, embark on a problem-solving exercise over a period of time. The process involves identifying key issues and prioritising concerns, analysing problems and generating solutions, through participation in a series of themed workshops. Six Quality Circle groups were formed, and the work produced during practical activities was documented and discussions recorded as evidence of emerging themes. The areas of interest regarding cyberbullying were the differing perceptions reported by each representative group, and collectively the range of problems and solutions identified.

Keywords

bullyingcyberbullyingquality circlesschool
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Journal of Psychologists and Counsellors in Schools , Volume 20 , Issue 2 , December 2010 , pp. 157 - 168
Copyright
Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2010

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