Cyberbullying: Recognizing, Preventing, and Responding to It

Session Description:
Many students underestimate or do not realize the far-reaching and potentially devastating impact that cyberbullying can have on a victim. Because cyberbullying occurs online, often under the guise of anonymity, it can be especially vicious and intimidating. And, because it can be "witnessed" by scores of online spectators and perpetrated 24/7, the impact is far-reaching, and victims often feel they have nowhere to hide. In part two of this two-part series, Brent Maguire discusses how to recognize the signs of cyberbullying and victimization. He will explain the criminal aspect of cyberbullying and share strategies for responding to and preventing it. You will also learn how to monitor Internet use at school and provide suggestions for the school's approach to cyberbullying.

Learning Objectives:

Discuss how to recognize the signs of cyberbullying and victimization.

Explain the criminal aspect of cyberbullying and share strategies for responding to and preventing it.

Describe how to monitor Internet use at school and provide suggestions for the school's approach to cyberbullying.

Assessment: Participants will join a collaborative backchannel chat and discuss how to recognize, prevent and respond to cyberbullying to demonstrate their understanding of the session objectives and reflect on their learning.