Exploration of Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) on Bullying Management Strategies Among K-12 Teacher

Abstract

Introduction:
Bullying is a commonly occurring problem in schools which can lead to many adverse consequences. The present study aimed to explore the knowledge,
attitudes, and practices (KAP) model on bullying management strategies among K-12 teachers, to understand the current awareness about bullying and its
effect among K-12 teachers and to explore the extent to which both genders are bullied.
Methodology:
This study utilizes an exploratory research design. A purposive sampling technique was used and N=20 (10 males and 10 females) K-12 teachers teaching in
six different governments and private schools of Islamabad were selected to be interviewed using a semi-structured interview protocol. The collected data
was then analyzed through the thematic analysis scheme.
Results:
Eleven major themes were identified: teachers' awareness of the term bullying, the impact of knowledge about the term bullying, different trends of bullying,
the attitude of teachers toward bullying, perception of teachers regarding bullying, the harm done by bullying, practices to reduce bullying, the importance of
bullying management strategies, suitable students' responses to bullying according to teachers, the reaction of teachers toward acts of bullying teachers and,
knowledge of teachers about the extent to which both genders are bullied. Conclusion: The findings of this study help experts from educational departments,
policy- makers and psychologists to understand bullying and develop effective training programs for teachers and interventions for students.