Definitions & Terms
Define "Social Media"
Any online platform in which you can talk to other people, either face – to – face or through instant messaging (sending texts & pictures)
My full name?
No! (First names & nicknames are generally O.K. though).
True or False:Cyber-bullying is not at serious at in-person bullying, since it's through a computer or cell-phone.
False! Cyber-bullying is just as real and hurtful as in-person bullying.
Any time you access websites or communicate with others over a computer, cell-phone or other electronic device.
My home address?
No! (Do not share ANYONE's home address, especially not your own)
I can't be a cyber-bully if I'm making a joke, even if that joke happens to hurt someone else's feelings.
False! Even if you're just joking, you need to consider how the other person would feel before you make that joke.
Define "Cyber-Bullying"
A form of bullying (targeted harassment of another person) that takes place online, either through text messages or social media.
My favorite music artist?
Yes! (Sharing about your likes & dislikes is generally safe).
If I receive a hurtful message or social media post, what should I do?
Tell a trusted adult (a parent, family member, teacher, etc.) and block/report the incident.
Define "Catfishing"
when strangers pretend to be someone they are not online, often to attract young people into meeting them in person to do harm to them.
My birthday?
No! (Your birthday is a form of personal identifying information, and should never ever be shared online)
True or False: Once I delete a social media post or picture, it's deleted forever.
False! Even if you delete a post or picture, once it is online it may always be accessed by others due to re-sharing, screenshots, and other methods. Always remember to be careful about what you post!
Define "Doxing"
The sharing of another's personal information without their knowledge or consent.
Maybe. Before you post a picture of yourself online, ask a trusted adult and get the consent of everyone in the picture. Also be sure that your home or school address are not in the picture!
Name three forms of cyber-bullying.
Examples:
Sending a mean message over text or instant messaging, sharing personal information without the other's consent, sharing embarrassing pictures of someone without their consent, sending threats over text or social media, sending or asking for sexual content