ENG1514
ASSIGNMENT 03
UPDATED ESSAY
YEAR MODULE
Applied English Language Foundation and
Intermediate Phase First Additional Language
, INSTRUCTION:
Write an essay of 1000-1200 words (this is about 2-3 typed pages) in which you discuss why
bullying is increasing in our South African schools and what you think the role and
responsibilities of the Department of Basic Education, the school authorities and/or the parents
are in dealing with this?
Ensure that you discuss the role and responsibilities of all three of the stake holders and provide
reasoning for why you think they have a responsibility to act or if not, why they should not be
involved.
Topic: Addressing the Escalation of Bullying in South African Schools: Roles and Responsibilities of
Stakeholders
Introduction:
Bullying has become a distressing issue in South African schools, inflicting physical and emotional
harm upon students. In Phylica Oppelt's article, she highlights a tragic incident that exemplifies the
consequences of bullying (Oppelt, n.d.). This essay aims to explore the reasons behind the increasing
prevalence of bullying in South African schools and discuss the roles and responsibilities of the
Department of Basic Education, school authorities, and parents in addressing this pervasive problem.
Reasons for the Escalation of Bullying:
Societal Factors:
Inequality and Poverty: Socioeconomic disparities contribute to an environment where power
imbalances can arise, leading to bullying incidents.
Violence in Society: South Africa faces high levels of violence, which can normalize aggressive
behaviour and aggression as a means of resolving conflicts (Swart-Kruger et al., 2016).
Parental Influence: Negative parental role modelling, lack of parental involvement, and ineffective
discipline techniques can contribute to the perpetuation of bullying behaviour (Berger et al., 2011).
School Factors:
Lack of Supervision: Inadequate supervision in schools creates opportunities for bullying to occur
without immediate intervention (Lester et al., 2013).
Ineffective Policies and Procedures: Insufficient anti-bullying policies and the absence of clear
consequences for perpetrators contribute to the continuation of bullying incidents (Rigby, 2012).
Inadequate Teacher Training: Teachers may lack the necessary skills and training to identify and
address bullying effectively (Dake et al., 2003).
ASSIGNMENT 03
UPDATED ESSAY
YEAR MODULE
Applied English Language Foundation and
Intermediate Phase First Additional Language
, INSTRUCTION:
Write an essay of 1000-1200 words (this is about 2-3 typed pages) in which you discuss why
bullying is increasing in our South African schools and what you think the role and
responsibilities of the Department of Basic Education, the school authorities and/or the parents
are in dealing with this?
Ensure that you discuss the role and responsibilities of all three of the stake holders and provide
reasoning for why you think they have a responsibility to act or if not, why they should not be
involved.
Topic: Addressing the Escalation of Bullying in South African Schools: Roles and Responsibilities of
Stakeholders
Introduction:
Bullying has become a distressing issue in South African schools, inflicting physical and emotional
harm upon students. In Phylica Oppelt's article, she highlights a tragic incident that exemplifies the
consequences of bullying (Oppelt, n.d.). This essay aims to explore the reasons behind the increasing
prevalence of bullying in South African schools and discuss the roles and responsibilities of the
Department of Basic Education, school authorities, and parents in addressing this pervasive problem.
Reasons for the Escalation of Bullying:
Societal Factors:
Inequality and Poverty: Socioeconomic disparities contribute to an environment where power
imbalances can arise, leading to bullying incidents.
Violence in Society: South Africa faces high levels of violence, which can normalize aggressive
behaviour and aggression as a means of resolving conflicts (Swart-Kruger et al., 2016).
Parental Influence: Negative parental role modelling, lack of parental involvement, and ineffective
discipline techniques can contribute to the perpetuation of bullying behaviour (Berger et al., 2011).
School Factors:
Lack of Supervision: Inadequate supervision in schools creates opportunities for bullying to occur
without immediate intervention (Lester et al., 2013).
Ineffective Policies and Procedures: Insufficient anti-bullying policies and the absence of clear
consequences for perpetrators contribute to the continuation of bullying incidents (Rigby, 2012).
Inadequate Teacher Training: Teachers may lack the necessary skills and training to identify and
address bullying effectively (Dake et al., 2003).
