The role of school management in the prevention of school violence

Abstract

Reducing violent behavior in school to increase students' academic achievement in secondary schools, with training and guidance given to the administrators and teachers throughout the year. This study was carried out at intervals of one year in counties of Ankara (Pursaklar) and Izmir (Buca). Every month for a period of one year, administrators and teachers in the study group are given training and guidance support. As a result of the application, administrators and teachers' attitudes had changed significantly in favor of the study group. Also in favor of study groups, administrators, teachers and students' perception of violence has decreased significantly, a statistically significant increase in students' academic achievement were determined (C) 2015 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Ltd.