Cyberbullying
What is Cyberbullying?
the use of electronic communication to bully a person typically by sending messages to intimidate or threaten
True or False: Your name and birth date are private information that should not be given out on the internet
True
Where you can go to talk to other people on the internet.
Chatroom
Can you go to jail for cyberbullying?
Harassment is a misdemeanor, and incurs a fine of up to $500, up to 90 days in jail, or both.
If someone spreads gossip about you to all their friends through text messages, is this cyber-bullying?
Yes.
Where does cyberbullying occur the most?
Social Media-snapchat, instagram, twitter, facebook
Is it ok to share your password with a best friend?
No-only share your password with your parents or your teacher for your school passwords.
True or False: People on the internet may use nicknames or a fake name so you can never be sure of who they are
True
True or false: If you post something offensive and then delete it, it is gone forever.
FALSE, anything posted on the internet stays there forever, even if you delete it. Pictures and words included.
What kind of humor can be misunderstood when used online because it depends on facial expressions and gestures?
Sarcasm, jokes, teasing
What should a person do if they are being cyberbullied?
Block the bully, not respond to the messages, tell an adult, report the bully
Is it ok to talk to someone online you have never met in person?
No. You should not talk to someone online you do not know in person. Remember people you do not know online are strangers. They could be people wanting to hurt kids or could be police officers looking for people wanting to harm kids.
When you are chatting with someone online, what is an immediate red flag (or danger sign)?
Someone asking for personal information or for you to meet them
Which of the following usernames would be good if I were to create an online gamer name?
A. MichelleCaufield B. MichelleHFE C. MC33Cougars D. skiergirl247
You take a picture with your friend at the High School football game and want to post it on social media. Do you need permission?
Yes, you need permission from your friend's parents to post the picture.
How can cyberbullying be different from regular bullying?
When rude things are said online, they stay there forever for everyone to see. Cyberbullying can happen anywhere at anytime.
What should you do if a website asks for your personal information?
Tell a trusted adult to verify that that website is legitimate and to be sure your parents are aware of who you are giving your personal information to.
What you should do when you receive a friend request from someone you don't know.
What is "delete it / not accept them as a friend".
Give one example of how you can stay safe online.
Keep a private account; remember that people are not always who they say they are; NEVER arrange to meet with someone you met online; do not accept requests from older people.
A website tells you that you won a trip to Hawaii and asks you to click on the link to claim your prize! What do you do?
Do not click on the link, as this could be a virus.
What are some effects of cyberbullying?
Depression, anxiety, low-self esteem, stress, harming oneself
List 3 things other than your name and birthday that are considered personal and private information.
Address, phone number, school, male/female, age, parents names.
What are two ways an online predator (someone who is trying to hurt you) might try to get you to trust them?
Give compliments. Send gifts. Pretend they are interested in all of the same things that you are. Tell you how much they trust you.
What are 3 things we can learn about someone whose instant messenger name is: AnnaBraun11MAUMS?
A girl named Anna Braun who is eleven years old and attends Mt. Anthony Union Middle School
Why does someone cyberbully?
to feel powerful, to have popularity, due to peer pressure