Allan L. Beane, Ph.D., a former classroom teacher, is an internationally recognized expert, speaker, and author on bullying, as well as a nationally renowned consultant and educator. He has over 30 years experience in education that includes teaching special education, teaching regular education (speech and debate), teaching higher education, serving as Director of a School Safety Center, and Vice President of a University. He has also served as an expert witness in criminal cases involving bullying and has been an expert guest for Fox News in Chicago.
Dr. Beane’s son was bullied in seventh grade and high school. Bullying contributed to his son’s dying at the age of 23. His son’s life inspired him to write the first book, The Bully Free Classroom™, and to develop the Bully Free™ Program. This book won the 2001 Teacher’s Choice Award given by Learning Magazine and is available in other languages. Schools and districts all over the United States have adopted his materials.
Dr. Beane and material from his book were featured in national publications such as Time for Kids (a Time Magazine publication sent to 3 million teachers and children); Newsweek for Teens; USA Today; the Washington Post; the Boston Sunday Globe; and several other national magazines and journals (i.e., Middle Ground, The National PTA Magazine, and NEA Today). He has also made numerous television appearances.
A dynamic and highly sought-after speaker, he has presented keynote addresses, presentations, and workshops to school districts, organizations, colleges, students, parents, medical personnel, and law enforcement officers throughout the United States. His down-to-earth speaking style, inspirational stories, and practical strategies appeal to audiences everywhere.
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