Homework
Case Study: Bullying- The Amanda Todd Story.
Recent history illustrates that bullying is a growing problem among today's youth in the United States. Amanda Todd, for example, was only 15-year old when she committed suicide after being bullied by her peers for over a year.
In this homework, you will discuss bullying cases, strategies to mitigate the effects of bullying and the effectiveness of bullying prevention programs.
Preparation
To prepare for this homework, consider the following resources:
• Watch the YouTube video, Amanda Todd death investigation Global BC Final Oct. 12, 2012.
Instructions
Write a 2 to 3 page paper in which you:
1. Describe at least two types of bullying to which Amanda Todd was subjected.
2. Identify at least three consequences that Amanda Todd experienced as a result of being bullied, and discuss her attempts to deal with them.
3. Recommend two strategies that you believe Amanda's parents, teachers, and authorities could have used in order to reduce episodes of bullying of Amanda and thus prevent Amanda's suicide.
4. Compare at least two similarities and two differences between the bullying cases that take place today with those cases that took place when you attended high school.
5. Explain the key contributing factors that you believe led to bullying behaviors. Next, suggest at least three ways in which prevention programs can reduce bullying cases overall.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
1. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.
The specific course learning outcome associated with this homework is:
1. Discuss bullying cases, strategies to mitigate the effects of bullying, and the effectiveness of bullying prevention programs.