Scholars Respond to Teens on Weaponized School Violence

In the wake of the tragic school shooting in Parkland, Florida, a group of leading scholars have come together to offer their perspectives on the issue of weaponized school violence. The resulting book, titled 'Scholars Respond to Teens on Weaponized School Violence,' is a thought-provoking and timely contribution to the debate over how to keep our schools safe.

The book features essays from a range of disciplines, including education, psychology, sociology, and law. The authors offer a variety of perspectives on the issue, from the role of social media to the need for gun control. Some of the key themes that emerge from the essays include:

A Relentless Threat: Scholars Respond to Teens on Weaponized School Violence

by Mariyam Hasnain

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	598 KB
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Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	148 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Paperback	:	112 pages
Item Weight	:	6.4 ounces
Dimensions	:	5 x 0.4 x 7.5 inches
Reading age	:	8 - 12 years

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• The need for a comprehensive approach to school safety that addresses both the physical and mental health needs of students.
• The importance of early intervention and prevention programs to identify and support students who are at risk for violence.
• The need for stricter gun control laws to keep guns out of the hands of dangerous individuals.
• The role of the media in shaping public perceptions of school violence and in promoting a culture of fear.

The book concludes with a call to action for policymakers, educators, parents, and community members to work together to create a safer environment for our children. The authors argue that we must all play a role in preventing school violence and in supporting the victims of these senseless tragedies.

Contributors to the book include:

• Dr. James Garbarino, Professor of Human Development and Family Studies at Loyola University Chicago
• Dr. Peter Langman, Professor of Education at Teachers College, Columbia University
• Dr. Deborah Prothrow-Stith, Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School
• Dr. Joseph Sheley, Professor of Law at Suffolk University Law School
• Dr. Donna Shalala, former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services
• Dr. Michael Thompson, Clinical Professor of Education at Harvard University

'Scholars Respond to Teens on Weaponized School Violence' is a must-read for anyone who is concerned about the safety of our schools. The book offers a wealth of insights and recommendations that can help us to prevent future tragedies.

To Free Download a copy of the book, please visit the Teachers College Press website: https://www.tcpress.com/books/scholars-respond-to-teens-on-weaponized-school-violence

A Relentless Threat: Scholars Respond to Teens on Weaponized School Violence

by Mariyam Hasnain

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	598 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	148 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Paperback	:	112 pages
Item Weight	:	6.4 ounces
Dimensions	:	5 x 0.4 x 7.5 inches
Reading age	:	8 - 12 years

FREE