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How Parents and Educators Can Combat Cyberbullying

  • Sub-title: Promoting Digital Citizenship and Cyber-Ethics Among Students
  • Content:

    • Text: Both parents and educators play a pivotal role in combating cyberbullying by promoting responsible and respectful online behavior. This can be done by:

      • Teaching students the value of digital empathy – understanding how their words and actions affect others online.
      • Monitoring online activities while also encouraging open conversations about internet use.
      • Setting clear rules about acceptable online behavior and enforcing consequences for cyberbullying.

      Schools and families need to collaborate in promoting digital citizenship programs that help students navigate the digital world responsibly. By fostering a culture of respect and accountability online, we can significantly reduce cyberbullying incidents.

      In-text citation: Willard (2020) suggests that digital citizenship education has been shown to decrease instances of cyberbullying by fostering a more respectful online environment.

  • Video: 

    • Links: https://www.stopbullying.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Cyberbullying%20Guide%20Final%20508.pdf

    • Podcast: A discussion on effective strategies for parents to monitor their children’s online activities without invading their privacy, featuring a family therapist and a school counselor.




 

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