Lesson
From Drama to Harm
Summary
Cyberbullying rarely starts as an attack — it usually starts as a joke that goes too far. Explore the blurry line between teasing, conflict, and harassment, and learn why impact always outweighs intent online.
Bellringer: The Line Between Joking and Bullying
- Display the haircut comment slide and have students rate it 1-5 individually
- Cold-call a few students to share their rating and reasoning before discussion
Instruction
- Present the escalation ladder, cyberbullying stats, and intent vs. impact concept across the instruction slides
- Pause after the cyberbullying definition slide for a quick show-of-hands check
Discussion: Where Jen and Kenna Crossed the Line
- Read the Jen/Kenna meme scenario aloud and give students 2 minutes to jot notes before talking
- Facilitate whole-class discussion on responsibility, resolution, and what should happen next
Activity: Cyberbullying Pretest & Crossword
- Students complete the Cyberbullying Pretest independently
- Students who finish early move to the Cyberbullying Crossword to reinforce vocabulary
Wrap-Up & Assessment
- Explain intent vs. impact.
- What are some ways you can make up for the loss of tone & body language online?
| Est. Time | Activity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 5 min | Bellringer: The Line Between Joking and Bullying |
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| 10 min | Instruction |
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| 10 min | Discussion: Where Jen and Kenna Crossed the Line |
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| 15 min | Activity: Cyberbullying Pretest & Crossword |
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| 5 min | Wrap-Up & Assessment |
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Lesson Prep
Cyberbullying Pretest
Assess student knowledge before the Cyberbullying unit.
Cyberbullying Crossword
Crossword reinforcing cyberbullying vocabulary and how to respond.
Class Presentation
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Unit 4: Online Conflict
From Drama to Harm
Cyberbullying rarely starts as an attack — it usually starts as a joke that goes too far. Explore the blurry line between teasing, conflict, and harassment, and learn why impact always outweighs intent online.
Why It Escalates
Cyberbullying rarely starts as an all-out attack—it escalates through small, identifiable moments called "pivot points." Explore why online conflict spirals so quickly and how students can use "upstander" strategies to interrupt it before it gets there.
Impersonation, Doxxing, and Leaking
A whispered secret in a crowded hallway is nothing like the same secret posted online. Explore how impersonation, catfishing, doxxing, and leaking weaponize personal information—and build a plan to protect your own.
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