Cyberbullying

What are 3 examples of cyberbullying?

a. Targeting another child intentionally and repeatedly sending them images or
messages that express bad sentiments; it is an unwanted interaction via
cyberspace or media; mediated bullying
b. Discriminating someones race, religion or ethnicity by saying or posting hurtful
comments, images or descriptions on a media source
c. Copying into someones screen name and then writing things that they did not
actually say; creating a false image of the child

When and where can cyberbullying occur?

a. Instant Message Systems
b. Online interfaces and chat rooms
c. Interactive games
d. Cellphones

What is netiquette?
a. Netiquette is basically to have good manners online

What are three tactics kids can use if they are being cyberbullied?
a. Stop- dont make it get worse
b. Block- make sure that they cannot talk to you, block their username
c. Tell- tell a parent or an older person
d. Think before you click! Will your message be interpreted wrongly?
e. Keep your messages private and your personal opinions of others private

What questions do you have about cyberbullying?

a. What punishments are actually given for people that are accused of cyberbullying
another person?
b. How can we best involve parents and school administrators to stop cyberbullying
and also prevent it from occurring?