Cyberbullying
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Cyberbullying Stinks!Let’s all be safer online
What is a cyber bully?
A bully…might tease others.…might spread rumors about others.…might threaten, intimidate, and harass
others. …might hurt others.…might do one or all of these things.
The Internet Bully: An Example
The Internet Bully. (2005). Sunburst Visual Media.Retrieved May 08, 2011, fromLearn360: http://www.learn360.com/ShowVideo.aspx?ID=139387
What is Cyber bullying?
Sending rude, mean, and unwanted messages to others using the Internet, a phone, or other technology
Spreading rumors and lies about others using technology
Making fake profiles or emails about others to make them look bad or embarrass them
Taking and sending embarrassing pictures of someone to other people
Definitions
Cyber bully- the person who is sending the messages
Victim-the person who is being teasedBystander-someone who knows what’s
happening, but doesn’t do anythingSocial networks- Websites that let you
connect to other people like Facebook, Myspace, and Twitter
Legislation- lawsAnonymous- no name
What do I do if it’s happening?
The Internet: A Guide for Students. (2010). Colman CommunicationsRetrieved May 08, 2011, fromLearn360: http://www.learn360.com/ShowVideo.aspx?ID=333710
How can I prevent and stop cyber bullying?
Set privacy settings so only people you know can view your profiles, send you emails or messages
Don’t give out your phone number, passwords, or other information to anyone except your parents
If it isn’t serious, ignore it and block the sender.If it is serious, save the messages and show an
adult.Never forward messages sent to you.
Let’s Practice!
1. Print the Summary Sheet or keep it open in a separate window.
2. Use the Tip Sheet to go through the following scenarios in any order.
3. Choose the answer you think is best.4. Make sure you visit every scenario.5. Once you are ready, take the Quiz!6. Print your Quiz for the teacher.
Summary Sheet
Scenarios
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Resources
Scenario 1
Someone at school sends you an anonymous text that says you should watch your back. You decide to…
a. Delete the text and ignore it. b. Save the text and tell an adult.
A B
Scenario 2
One of your friends sends you a picture of a classmate. It shows her falling in the cafeteria. You should…
a. Ignore it and block the sender.b. Forward it to the girl. She might think it is
funny.
A B
Scenario 3
Your friend sent you a mean message. You should send her a mean one back because she started it.
a. Trueb. False
A B
Scenario 4
Your classmate starts a fake profile about a boy in your class. You should…
a. Read it and tell the boy to stand up for himself.
b. Tell your teacher about it.
A B
Don’t delete that text!
Go Back!
THAT’S RIGHT!
Save the message and show a trusted adult!
Scenarios
Yep!Scenarios
Never forward something rude or mean. This isn’t too serious though, so it is best to just ignore it. But tell a teacher if your classmate looks upset or sad!
Don’t send it on! If you send it, you become one of the bullies!
Go Back!
Go Back!
Never respond to a bully! It can get you into trouble and make everything worse.
Good Job Scenarios
Responding only makes things worse. Save the messages and tell an adult.
Go Back!
Don’t be a bystander! Do something.
Correct Scenarios
Even though it is difficult, telling an adult is the best solution. Making a fake profile is illegal. Adults need to know.
Quiz
Click on the Quiz and get started!
Scenarios
Cyber Bullying Resources
Stop Bullying.govNetSmartzNational Crime Prevention Coun
cil
Start OverScenarios