Cyberbullying

Video Summation on the topic of cyberbullying.

Script:

Title Page: Cyberbullying and its effects on our classrooms

Page 2: What is Cyberbullying?

According to the Australian Human Rights Commission, cyberbullying is the use of technology to hurt or embarrass someone.

(AHRC, 2011)

Page 3: Cyberbullying can present in many forms:

• Receiving hurtful messages through text or any form of social media 
• People spreading images or videos of you to others in order to embarrass or hurt you 

Page 4: Cyberbullying can present in many forms:
• People spreading rumours through the use of technology such as email, text message or social media 
• People impersonating you online
(AHRC, 2011)  

Page 5: The effects of cyberbullying on students

Cyberbullying can have many negative impacts on students, both in class and outside of school.

These can include:
-depression and anxiety
-low self-esteem
-difficulty concentrating
-performance issues at school

Page 6: The effect of cyberbullying on students:
-absenteeism (school avoidance)
In extreme cases, severe dysfunction, violence and sometimes suicide can result.
(Feinberg & Robey, 2009)

Page 7: Preventing Cyberbullying

Students can be reluctant to report cyberbullying because they feel as though teachers and school officials are not receptive or responsive to concerns. They often feel as though even if reported, teachers are reluctant or unable to get involved. 
Hoff and Mitchell (2009) suggested a three-pronged approach to intervention.

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Prong 1-Education: Educating parents, teachers and students on internet safety and the dangers of cyberbullying. This also encompasses a discussion about ethical considerations online and appropriate behaviour-discussions which students should be a part of. 

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Prong 2-Social Skills: Assisting students to deal with the general struggles of adolescence and equipping them with the skills they need to navigate interactions with their peers, both online and in person.

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Prong 3-Follow up: Better follow up on cases of cyberbullying and more effective communication between professionals regarding appropriate interventions.
Recognition from school administrators that cyberbullying has a detrimental effect and needs to be dealt with. 

(Hoff & Mitchell, 2009)

Page 11: How cyberbullying affects our students and classrooms:

Cyberbullying does not necessarily start in the classroom, or even at school, however the ramifications can extend to all aspects of a student’s life. 
Cyberbullying can have consequences in both the social and emotional aspects, as well as behavioural and academic areas of life. This can result in negative outcomes in the classroom.

Page 12: Recommendations

Teachers, parents and administrators need to be actively involved in interventions put into place to address cyberbullying. Preventative measures are just as important as reactions in the fight against cyberbullying, and students should feel comfortable seeking help from their support people. 

Page 13: Recommendations
Communication and open conversation about cyberbullying needs to occur, and students should be included, so that they have an understanding of appropriate conduct on the internet. 
Failing to address these problems can have catastrophic consequences that ripple throughout the community. 

(Perren et al., 2012)

Thank you for listening, I hope this has provided some useful information.

Page 14: References

AHRC. (2011). Cyberbullying: what is it and how to get help: Violence, Harassment and Bullying Fact sheet | Australian Human Rights Commission. Retrieved from https://www.humanrights.gov.au/cyberbullying-what-it-and-how-get-help-violence-harassment-and-bullying-fact-sheet 

Feinberg, T., & Robey, N. (2009). Cyberbullying. The Education Digest, 74(7), 26-31. 

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Hoff, D., & Mitchell, S. (2009). Cyberbullying: causes, effects, and remedies. Journal Of Educational Administration, 47(5), 652-665. doi: 10.1108/09578230910981107 

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Perren, S., Corcoran, L., Cowie, H., Dehue, F., Garcia, D., Mc Guckin, C., . . . Völlink, T. (2012). Tackling cyberbullying: Review of empirical evidence regarding successful responses by students, parents, and schools.International Journal of Conflict and Violence, 6(2), 283-292. Retrieved from https://search-proquest-com.dbgw.lis.curtin.edu.au/docview/1372572062?accountid=10382