Australia has a high prevalence of bullying in schools compared to other countries.

A recent report has revealed that Australian school students are facing a significant amount of bullying compared to other English-speaking nations. This concerning issue has raised concerns among education experts who believe that the lack of discipline in classrooms is negatively impacting students' academic performance.

The Australian Council for Educational Research conducted a study, examining data from the OECD Programme for International Student Assessment. The study surveyed 690,000 students aged 15 from 81 countries, including 13,437 students from Australia. Shockingly, the results showed that Australia ranked second highest in terms of bullying, following only Latvia.

According to the study, around one in six Australian students reported being made fun of by their classmates. Additionally, 6% of students said they have been physically assaulted, while 10% claimed to have been victims of rumors and gossip. The report also revealed that students in Australia feel less safe in schools compared to their peers in Poland, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and the United States.

The report also shed light on the disorderly behavior in Australian classrooms. About 42% of students reported rowdiness in most classes, and 40% admitted to being distracted by digital devices. Shockingly, one-third of students claimed to ignore their teachers in the classroom.

Furthermore, the report highlighted that girls in Australian schools feel less safe than boys and struggle more with stress. One in five girls feel anxious if they are unable to access their phones or other digital devices immediately. This alarming statistic calls for immediate action and attention to the well-being of our students.

In addition to the issue of bullying and classroom behavior, the report also pointed out the shortage of teachers in Australian schools compared to other OECD countries. Only four nations had more significant teacher shortages than Australia, indicating a pressing need to address this issue and provide proper resources for our students' education.

Overall, the report has brought to light some concerning issues within the Australian education system. It is crucial for us to take action and create a safe and conducive learning environment for our students to thrive in.

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