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Pow! How Comics in the Classroom Can Combat Bullying

When it comes to bullying, comics have always been a powerful tool. Studies have shown that comic books can have a positive impact on attitudes and behavior, especially when it comes to bullying. One study published in the Youth & Society journal found that comic book reading negatively impacted attitudes towards violence, which in turn led to reduced bullying behavior. Additionally, a study published in the Journal of Educational Psychology found that students who read comics with positive messages about social interaction were less likely to bully others. As educators, we know that comics can be a powerful tool for …

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Bullying Prevention: 5 Tips for Teachers, Principals, and Parents

Bullying prevention is an important topic to discuss with children and adults alike. Here are five tips for teachers, principals, and parents to keep in mind when it comes to bullying prevention: 1. Be vigilant. Be on the lookout for any signs of bullying and take action. This may include talking to the child about why they are being bullied, intervening when it is necessary, and reporting the incident to a trusted adult. 2. Teach children about different types of bullying. Not all bullying is the same. Some types of bullying are physical such as pushing, shoving, or slapping. Other …

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Bullying Prevention

Bullying prevention is an important issue to consider when it comes to children. Bullying is a form of child abuse that can happen to anyone regardless of their age. It can be difficult to know how to stop bullying, but there are some tips that can help. It is essential to remember that bullying is not limited to one person. It can happen in groups, and it can be difficult to distinguish between what is happening in a group and what is happening to one person. It is also important to be aware of the signs of bullying. These can …

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Bullying/Cyberbullying: Everything You Need to Know

Bullying is any act intended to hurt, intimidate or frighten an individual that is repeated over time. Bullying isn’t always physical. It can also be verbal, psychological, etc. Physical bullying involves the use of physical attacks such as kicking, punching, slapping, etc. Verbal bullying involves the use of verbal forms of bullying such as insults, gossiping, etc. Emotional bullying involves the use of manipulation, fear, humiliation, etc. Sexual bullying involves the use of various forms of unwanted sexual advances. Social bullying involves hurting someone’s relationships or reputation by causing public embarrassment, spreading rumors, etc. Cyberbullying involves the use of online …

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The Edvocate Podcast, Episode 4: How to Create a Culturally Responsive Classroom

Building a culturally responsive classroom is hard. To help you along your journey, here is your guide to exploring and respecting the cultural backgrounds of your students while also using diversity as an asset. If you you listen to this episode of the podcast, and take my advice, you will have a culturally responsive classroom in no time. References Culturally responsive teaching is a theory of instruction that was developed by Dr. Gloria Ladson-Billings and has been written about by many other scholars since then. To read more of her work on culturally responsive teaching and other topics, click here to …

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The Edvocate Podcast, Episode 2: How Edtech Companies Should Start the New School Year

As summer reaches its peak, and fall gears up to make its arrival, students, parents, teachers, and administrators are all preparing for the beginning of a new academic year. So many gains were made last year, and they are eager to build upon that success. When we talk about education stakeholders who are concerned with starting the school year off right, we rarely, if ever, talk about edtech companies. They too are an integral part of the school community, as they provide a valuable service. So how do edtech companies stay on their “A” games to begin the new school …

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The Edvocate Podcast, Episode 1: 8 Attributes of Successful Digital Age Teachers

Regardless of where you go in the world, teachers are the backbone of the education system. Without quality teachers, school districts cannot provide students with the skills that they need to be successful academically. Without teachers, the next generation will not be able to compete in the global economy. These are sureties, and you will find few people who would disagree. If you have been studying the field of education closely, as we have, you know that it is undergoing a metamorphosis. Students no longer respond to the teacher-centered pedagogy that our forefathers did. No, today’s students are immersed in …

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Introducing The Edvocate Podcast

For over 15 years, veteran educator Matthew Lynch has written about and researched the field of education. On “The Edvocate Podcast,” he discusses education trends, issues, and futures. To join him on this journey, click the subscribe button so you can be alerted when the first episode goes live.