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ArticleInternational journal of environmental research and public health2025

Anti-Bullying Measures and Initiatives in an Online Setting: Educator Survey.

Eric Landers, Juliann Sergi McBrayer, Summer Pannell, Richard Cleveland, Deidre Daniels, Monika Krah

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Article in International journal of environmental research and public health, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Eric LandersDepartment of Elementary and Special Education, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA 30458, USA.
Juliann Sergi McBrayerDepartment of Leadership, Technology, and Human Development, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA 30458, USA.
Summer PannellSchool of Education, The University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS 39406, USA.
Richard ClevelandDepartment of Leadership, Technology, and Human Development, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA 30458, USA.
Deidre DanielsCurriculum & Instructional Programs, Georgia Cyber Academy, Atlanta, GA 30349, USA.
Monika KrahDepartment of Leadership, Technology, and Human Development, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA 30458, USA.ORCID 0009-0004-5784-0649

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Abstract

The increased opportunities in virtual schooling offer new opportunities for students but also present new challenges for educators. As virtual enrollment has grown, concerns about student engagement, academic preparedness, and social risks have also grown. Among these concerns is the potential for bullying in online educational settings. While traditional bullying research has been well-documented, studies focusing on bullying within virtual schools remain limited. This study examines teachers' perceptions of bullying in online schools through a self-reported survey. A total sample of 97 educators from a virtual school was sampled, of which 91% were female. Findings indicate that while physical bullying is rare in the virtual setting, verbal, relational, and cyberbullying are reported by educators. Physical appearance, either body or clothing, was the most reported reason across all types of bullying. Educators reported feeling moderately prepared to identify and respond to these bullying behaviors, but gaps in training and awareness still exist. The study highlights the need for professional development, enhanced digital monitoring, and proactive bullying strategies to fit the virtual learning environment.

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BullyingSchool TeachersAdultFemaleHumansInternetMaleMiddle AgedSchoolsSurveys and Questionnairesbullyingcyberbullyingonlinevirtual schools

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PMCPMC12026630

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