Aim: The aim of this exercise is to show participants that anyone can become a victim of cyber bullying and that there doesn’t necessarily have to be a reason for such behavior. | |
Target group: School class, pupils between 12 and 16 years old |
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Time: 2 h |
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Instructions: The participants (separated into groups) will have to search the internet for authentic comments made by “cyber-bullies”. These texts will then be read by each participant (who will play the role of the victim) whilst being recorded. |
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Schedule: 0 – 5 min: Introduction 5 – 25 min: Searching the internet for negative comments and assigning texts per participant 25 – 35 min: Participants will spend this time preparing by memorizing texts (should they be willing) and setting up the scene 35 – 75 min: Recording (we’re assuming that this part may be repeated a couple of times) 75 – 95 min: Post-production (editing the film…) 95 – 110 min: Show time! 110 – 120 min: Discussion about the films made by each and a final reflection of each workshop (this is planned to be the last workshop) |
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Multipliers: 2 |
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Preparation: – Prepare an emergency list containing the cyber bullying examples – Point out to the participants that they will be recorded (possibly gain parental consent before this workshop) |
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Equipment: – Recording device (camera, mobile phone…) – Computer with a projector – IT room |
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PRO – Participants can enter this role and develop a deeper understanding of the situation from the victims’ point of view CONTRA – It is almost certain that vulgar phrases will be found-Limited time frame |