Cyberbullying: Prevention and Intervention

Maria Herrera

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Cyberbullying: Prevention and Intervention

Prevent and intervene in cyberbullying

This lesson focuses on educating 11th-grade students about cyberbullying, its impact, and effective strategies for prevention and intervention. Through peer discussions and collaborative activities, students will develop empathy and practical skills to support victims of cyberbullying. This lesson is crucial in fostering a safe and supportive school environment, empowering students to take action against cyberbullying.

Audience

11th Grade Students

Time

1 hour 30 mins

Approach

Prevent and intervene in cyberbullying

Materials

Discussion Questions, Worksheet on Intervention Strategies, Quiz on Cyberbullying Awareness, and Answer Key for Quiz

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Begin with a brief overview of cyberbullying, its forms, and its impact on individuals.
Share a real-life story or case study to illustrate the seriousness of the issue.

Step 2

Group Discussion

20 mins

Divide students into small groups.
Distribute the discussion questions.
Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences related to cyberbullying.
Facilitate a class-wide discussion to summarize key points.

Step 3

Intervention Strategies Activity

30 mins

Hand out the worksheet on intervention strategies.
Instruct students to work in pairs to brainstorm and document strategies to prevent and intervene in cyberbullying situations.
Ask pairs to present their strategies to the class.

Step 4

Quiz on Cyberbullying Awareness

20 mins

Distribute the quiz to assess students' understanding of cyberbullying and its prevention.
Allow students to complete the quiz individually.
Collect the quizzes for assessment.

Step 5

Closure

10 mins

Recap the key points discussed in the lesson.
Encourage students to reflect on how they can contribute to a safer online environment.
Provide resources for further support and information on cyberbullying.

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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to guide peer discussions on cyberbullying experiences and perspectives.

What are some examples of cyberbullying you have encountered or heard about?

Encourage students to think about different platforms and types of cyberbullying.

How does cyberbullying differ from traditional bullying?

Discuss the anonymity and reach of cyberbullying compared to face-to-face interactions.

What impact can cyberbullying have on victims?

Explore emotional, psychological, and social effects.

Worksheet

Worksheet on Intervention Strategies

A worksheet designed to help students brainstorm and document strategies for preventing and intervening in cyberbullying situations.

List three strategies to prevent cyberbullying in your school.

Describe a step-by-step plan to support a victim of cyberbullying.

Identify key resources or individuals who can help in a cyberbullying situation.

Quiz

Quiz on Cyberbullying Awareness

Answer Key

Answer Key for Quiz

The answer key provides correct answers and explanations for the quiz on cyberbullying awareness.

What is cyberbullying?

Online harassment
Cyberbullying involves using digital platforms to harass or intimidate others.

Which of the following is a strategy to prevent cyberbullying?

Report it
Reporting cyberbullying is a proactive step to stop it.

Who can you talk to if you or someone you know is being cyberbullied?

All of the above
It's important to reach out to trusted individuals for support.