Ethical implications

• strengths

  • even if OBPP has mixed support,its not okay for schools to carry on not using it if it could help reduce bullying a little bit.
  • training teachers can make a huge difference to childrens lives if bullying reduces
• Limitations

  • those who break the rules must face consequences
  • Kalman argues that punishment-based approach is unethical
  • using the work bully is also unfair,more of a judgemental insult
  • prefers to use terms such as dominance behaviour or aggressive behaviour