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Address the epidemic of cyberbullying by defining the problem, gathering evidence, determining causes, examining existing policies, developing solutions, and selecting the best approach. Students will conduct surveys, study statistics, identify root causes, and propose effective solutions to reduce cyberbullying in schools. Enhance awareness, foster positive behaviors to combat harassment, and improve the overall school culture. Encourage students to be proactive in preventing cyberbullying and addressing the issue collectively.
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Steps of the PPA • Define the Problem • Gather the Evidence • Determine Causes • Examine Existing Policy • Develop Policy Solutions • Select the Best Solution -Effectiveness vs. Feasibility
Define the Problem There is an epidemic of cyberbullying – students who threaten and harass others through social media. This harassment and intimidation leads to depression, suicide, physical confrontation, and many other negative social manifestations. How do we effectively address this issue? How do we reduce cyberbullying from our school and our existing culture at large? Are you a victim or part of the problem?
Gather the Evidence Methods: • You will conduct a “bullying” survey amongst your peers (minimum 20 students) • Statistical data to help you determine: How prevalent is cyberbullying? (percentages) http://www.cyberbullying.us/Cyberbullying_Identification_Prevention_Response_Fact_Sheet.pdf http://www.cyberbullying.us/cyberbullying_fact_sheet.pdf
Identify Causes • Why do we bully each other through social media? • Complete your PPA worksheet • http://www2.maxwell.syr.edu/plegal/TIPS/identify.html
Examine Existing Policy • What consequences await those who perpetrate cyberbullying against their peers?
Creating Solutions • How do you think we can reduce cyberbullying in Truman High School?
Select the Best Solution -Effectiveness vs. Feasibility
Final Product • Each student will create a Power Point presentation using all four PPA worksheets