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Educator & Parent Tips to Prevent Sexting
Larry Magid and Anne Collier offer practical tips for educators and parents on how to prevent teen sexting (the sharing of nude photos by cell phone).
'Kick a Ginger Day' leaves a bitter lesson
New form of school cyberbullying toward red heads demonstrated with "Kick A Ginger Day" - a hate crime with redheads as victims, promoted via a Facebook group and inspired by a Southpark episode from 2005.
MTV's Digital Abuse Study [PDF]
As part of its multi-year publicity campaign to address the emerging issue of teen digital abuse, MTV partnered with the AP on a study that provides an in-depth look at the prevalence of digital abuse among young people today.
Survey: One-Third of Youths Engage in Sexting
If you think the sexting phenomenon is growing, you’re not imagining it. According to a new survey, almost one-third of youths admit they’ve engaged in sexting-related activities that involved either e-mailing a photo or video of themselves in the nude or being the recipient of such images.
Youth using phones to harass and spy on partners
A survey of 1200 teens and young adults (conducted by Knowledge Networks for the Associated Press and MTV) found that 22% of the digital youth reported they have been targeted for digital abuse, either through cell phone, email or internet monitoring by someone they were dating. The study found that teens from single parent households were at the highest risk at being targeted for abuse.
Sexting’ bullying cited in teen’s suicide
Teen death is only the second known case of a suicide linked to bullying after “sexting” — the practice of transmitting sexual messages or images electronically. In March, 18-year-old Jesse Logan killed herself in the face of a barrage of taunts when an ex-boyfriend forwarded explicit photos of her following their split.
Cyberbullying: Supporting School Staff [PDF]
In 2009, Childnet produced guidance for the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) on Cyberbullying in relation to 'Supporting school staff'. This document builds on the 2007 Safe to Learn Cyberbullying guidance, and provides advice for employers of school staff - Local Authorities and governing bodies. It also offers advice for school staff about keeping themselves and their personal information safe. It was written in consultation with the DCSF Cyberbullying Taskforce, and with support of the leading school employee unions and professional associations.
Bullied student gets $260,000 from families of bullies and school district
According to the Bakersfield Californian, a Stockdale High School student, who was physically assaulted by five older students, has settled his suit against the Kern High School District, the students who committed the assault and two other students for $260,000. The case illustrates the degree to which students and their parents can be held financially accountable in bullying cases. It also shows that students can be held financially responsible even if they are witnesses or simply know about such incidents, but don't tell authorities.
My SAFESSURF
Kevin Honeycutt's Cybersafety and Cyberbullying Programs for GR K-6 and 7-12.
Teen bullying: Tormented boy's short life ends in suicide
he bullying seemed inescapable. His family and friends say it followed Iain Steele from junior high to high school -- from hallways, where one tormentor shoved him into lockers, to cyberspace, where another posted a video on Facebook making fun of his taste for heavy metal music.
Cyberbullying: Using Virtual Scenarios to Educate and Raise Awarenessli
Cyberbullying: Using Virtual Scenarios to Educate and Raise Awareness\n[Research Paper: Discussion]\nVivian Wright, The University of Alabama with Joy Burnham, Chris Inman and Heather Ogorchock\nMonday, 6/29/2009, 8:30am-9:30am WWCC 159, Table: 1\n\nThis session will teach educators how to use student feedback and reactions to scenarios created in Second Life to educate and raise awareness on cyberbullying prevention techniques.
How to Tell Real Friends from the Other Kind
New book for teens and tweens. Part graphic novel, part practical life skills, REAL FRIENDS VS. THE OTHER KIND by Annie Fox is here to help. The second book in the Middle School Confidential™ series, it follows a tight-knit group of fictional seventh graders--Jen, Jack, Michelle, Chris, Mateo, and Abby--as they work to strengthen friendships while navigating tough social situations.
Teen Online & Wireless Safety Survey [PDF]
Cox Communications commissioned Harris Interactive to conduct a survey among U.S. teens ages 13-18. Key objectives of this study were to:
•Examine teen’s online and cell phone behavior, specifically regarding:
• Sending sexually suggestive text messages ore emails
• Bullying others online or by text message
•Understand the relationship between teens and their parents regarding parental controls for the Internet
•Uncover how and why teens go online on their cell phone <br>
Download the complete 60-page report.
Cyber Bullying [PBS Radio Discussion]
One problem that faces children today takes place not in school, but in cyberspace. Writer Kathe Telingator has this tale of dealing with an anonymous bully.
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Cyberbullying is defined as threats or other offensive behavior sent online to a victim or sent or posted online about the victim for others to see. I’d read the articles; I knew this. I got it. But 11-year-olds as perpetrators?
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“It’s not really a surprise,” explained my friend, Dr. Joshua Kahn, a child and adolescent psychiatrist. “Kids are much more sophisticated about computers than adults realize. They are empowered in a way that they have never been before. Kids who might otherwise be perceived as quiet or isolated, or who are uncomfortable asserting themselves in public discover that the internet can be a tool to communicate anger, jealousy, and frustration. Kids struggling with issues of self-esteem can say what they want anonymously, and avoid personal contact or confrontation in the process. This secret form of communication usually carries no culpability and might unleash excessive and unhealthy anger. Their satisfaction is usually short-lived and unresolved.”
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AB 91 - Golden Rule Act [Kentucky]
In April 2008, Gov. Steve Beshear signed House Bill 91, often referred to as "The Golden Rule Act." The measure is aimed at protecting Kentucky's students by requiring "bullying" policies in the state's public schools. "This legislation hits home for many children, teens and their parents," said Gov. Beshear. "By prohibiting bullying and harassment among students, The Golden Rule Act will help protect Kentucky's most valuable resource, our children."
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he legislation, sponsored by Rep. Mike Cherry (D-Princeton), prohibits bullying, harassment and other forms of intimidation--including cyber-bullying via the Internet among students. Those who break the code of acceptable behavior could face suspension, expulsion or other disciplinary action. School districts also will be required to put procedures in place to handle reports of such behavior.
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HB 91 also includes provisions that require school districts to provide training to teachers and others who work directly with students, if funds are available, and include information on both the code of acceptable behavior and the Golden Rule in district employee training manuals.
No bullies allowed [Pennsylvania State Initiative]
A bill passed earlier this year makes it mandatory for Pennsylvania school districts to have a written anti-bullying policy in place beginning next year.
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A school must have a written bullying policy that includes consequences for violations, identify school personnel to notify with complaints and the policy must be posted in every classroom and be reviewed by students, according to a press release issued by Williams' office.
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And while school violence had declined 4 percent during the past several years, bullying in schools has risen 5 percent, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
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Bullying: We Can All Help Stop It
The effects of bullying go beyond the school yard. For you as a parent, here's what to watch for, what you can do, and where you can go to get help. From the Ministry of Education [Ontario, Canada]
Internet Smarts - Interactive Case Studies
Explore important topics in Internet use at school or at home. These guided, multimedia activities allow you to examine issues affecting schoolwork, class papers, entertainment activities and online safety.
Cyberbullying Defined in H.R. 2163
Illustrating how important this threat has become, Rep. Linda Sanchez (D-Calif.) and Rep. Kenny Hulshof (R-Mo.) proposed a federal law that would criminalize acts of so-called cyberbullying. In this blog, two national security advisors propose to take it further so that on-line masquerading is also defined and considered. They would also like to see H.R. 2163 increase the penalities when a cyberbully uses a false identity or steals another person's identity when bullying a victim.
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