Empowering Bystanders: Taking Action

Maria Herrera

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Empowering Bystanders: Taking Action

Empower students to combat cyberbullying

This lesson empowers 11th-grade students to take action against cyberbullying by teaching them effective strategies to support victims and report incidents. Through role-playing scenarios, students will practice these skills, enhancing their ability to intervene and make a positive impact. This lesson is crucial in fostering a supportive and safe online environment, encouraging students to be proactive in addressing cyberbullying.

Audience

11th Grade Students

Time

50 mins

Approach

Empower students to combat cyberbullying

Materials

Discussion Questions, Role-Playing Scenarios, Worksheet: Strategies Against Cyberbullying, and Quiz: Understanding Cyberbullying

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what cyberbullying is and its impact on individuals.
Ask students to share any experiences or observations related to cyberbullying (anonymously if preferred).

Step 2

Discussion: Empowering Bystanders

10 mins

Use the provided discussion questions to explore the role of bystanders in cyberbullying situations.
Encourage students to think about how they can support victims and report incidents effectively.

Step 3

Role-Playing Scenarios

15 mins

Divide students into small groups and assign each group a role-playing scenario.
Have students act out their scenarios, focusing on how bystanders can intervene.
After each scenario, discuss what strategies were effective and what could be improved.

Step 4

Worksheet Activity

10 mins

Distribute the worksheet on strategies against cyberbullying.
Have students complete the worksheet individually, reflecting on what they learned from the role-playing activity.

Step 5

Closure and Quiz

5 mins

Summarize key points from the lesson.
Administer a short quiz to assess understanding of cyberbullying and bystander intervention strategies.

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Discussion

Discussion Questions: Cyberbullying

A set of questions to guide a discussion on the role of bystanders in cyberbullying situations.

What are some ways bystanders can support victims of cyberbullying?

Encourage students to think about emotional support, reporting mechanisms, and creating a supportive environment.

Why might bystanders hesitate to intervene in cyberbullying situations?

Discuss fears of becoming a target, lack of knowledge on how to help, or believing someone else will intervene.

How can schools create a culture that empowers bystanders to take action?

Consider policies, education, and promoting a supportive community.

Worksheet

Worksheet: Strategies Against Cyberbullying

This worksheet helps students reflect on and identify effective strategies to combat cyberbullying.

List three strategies you can use to support a victim of cyberbullying.

Think about emotional support, reporting, and advocacy.

Describe a scenario where you successfully intervened or could intervene as a bystander.

Reflect on past experiences or hypothetical situations.

What are some resources available at your school for dealing with cyberbullying?

Consider counselors, teachers, and online reporting tools.

Quiz

Quiz: Understanding Cyberbullying