Module 3 Unit 2
Cyberbullying
There are many advantages with the evolvement of digital technology but unfortunately this evolvement comes with disadvantages too. One of these common downsides is that of cyberbullying. Cyberbullying involves the online harassment of another person through digital means. These digital means can include email, Facebook, WhatsApp, SMS or any other social media platform.
The video below will provide you with an indication of the different forms of cyberbullying and the effects that they can have on the recipients. Unfortunately, most of the recipients of cyberbullying do not communicate that they are being bullied so it is up to us, as the educators, to be alert to the symptoms of bullying and to make every effort that the learners do not become a victim.
Watch the video below for some tips on how to deal with cyberbullying, should you know that it is taking place. This site also provides insight on how to handle a person who you know is a cyberbully e.g. maybe you are aware that one of your learners is a cyberbully - how do you handle this?