Publication Type: White Paper
Date: 7/27/2010
Cyberbullying can take many forms – sending hurtful text messages and pictures, posting cruel comments online, or creating fake Facebook or MySpace pages to impersonate other kids – and it can have a devastating effect, especially considering the amount of time kids today spend online, texting, and using digital media.
While cyberbullying may start from home, it can quickly move to the school environment, yet many schools may not be prepared to address it. This timely white paper – from Cable in the Classroom partner Common Sense Media – is designed to help parents, educators, policymakers, and the online industry explore proactive steps to prevent cyberbullying, including through digital literacy and citizenship education programs.
Common Sense Media is dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in a world of media and technology. We exist because our kids are growing up in a culture that profoundly impacts their physical, social, and emotional well-being. We provide families with the advice and media reviews they need in order to make the best choices for their children. Through our education programs and policy efforts, Common Sense Media empowers parents, educators, and young people to become knowledgeable and responsible digital citizens. For more information, go to:
www.commonsense.org.