Science, Education and Innovations in the Context of Modern Problems

Author Information

Arab Fatiha
University of Algiers 02
Algeria

E-mail: fatiha.arab@univ-alger2.dz

Keywords

School bullying Physical Education Educational sociology Teacher–student interaction School environment Social behavior Psychological support

Abstract

School bullying has become one of the most significant educational and social problems affecting students across different educational stages. The phenomenon negatively influences students’ psychological well-being, academic achievement, and social integration within the school environment. The present study examines the role of Physical Education and Sports classes in reducing bullying behaviors from the perspective of teachers working in primary, middle, and secondary schools. The research adopted a descriptive analytical approach and relied on a questionnaire distributed to a sample of 37 Physical Education teachers from the provinces of Médéa and Ain Defla. The findings revealed that positive teacher–student relationships and cooperative educational practices contribute significantly to reducing aggressive and bullying behaviors among students. Non-competitive sports activities, confidence-building exercises, and value-oriented educational strategies were also found to support safer and more inclusive school environments. The study concludes that Physical Education and Sports classes represent an important pedagogical and sociological tool for addressing bullying and promoting positive behavioral development within schools.

How to Cite

Fatiha, A. (2026). The Role of Physical Education Classes in Reducing School Bullying: A Sociological Study of Teachers’ Perspectives. Science, Education and Innovations in the Context of Modern Problems, 9(8), 1–9.

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