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Robert Thornberg is a Professor at the Department of Behavioural Sciences at Linköping University with a PhD in Educational Research obtained in 2006. His research primarily focuses on the phenomenon of school bullying, emphasizing the social and moral processes that underpin this behavior, examining the rationales and reactions of bystanders as well as the explanations students have regarding these incidents. His research aligns with values education, moral standards, and student participation in daily school life. He also investigates the training and experiences of student teachers in distressing situations throughout their education. Thornberg employs a variety of qualitative and quantitative research methods including interviews, focus groups, questionnaires, and longitudinal studies. His work contributes to understanding the risk and protective factors associated with school bullying, moral agency, and the social dynamics of bullying and is actively involved in various educational research networks.
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