School Year Initialization: Managing Bullying in Classroom Chats - Essential Viewing!
In the digital age, class chats on platforms like WhatsApp have become an integral part of many young people's school lives. However, these chats can sometimes become a breeding ground for cyberbullying. To address this issue, various initiatives have been launched to provide information and awareness about cyberbullying.
One such initiative is "klicksafe", which offers extensive resources and awareness campaigns on cyberbullying. The organisation Medienkompetenzzentrum Hamburg, represented by media coach Iren Schulz, has also provided recommendations for the appropriate use of a class chat group.
As the new school year begins, it is crucial for children to learn to protect themselves and others from cyberbullying. According to Iren Schulz, children should know how to behave appropriately in a class chat. This includes establishing clear guidelines for what is discussed and shared in the chat, and how interaction is regulated, from the beginning.
Parents play a vital role in this process. They can provide tips to their children for appropriate behaviour in class chats, and act as trusted adults for their children in these conversations. Parents can also support their children in implementing good communication rules in class chats, such as getting consent from people depicted before sharing content, and being aware of the consequences of sending offensive content.
In addition, parents can use Parent-Teacher conferences as an opportunity to discuss rules for class chats. This can be a good way to ensure that all families are on the same page, and to create a supportive environment for all students. The initiative "LOOK OUT! What Your Child Does with Media" recommends setting clear rules for class chats from the beginning, and using Parent-Teacher conferences as a platform to discuss these rules with other families.
If cyberbullying does occur, it is important for children to know that they have support. The "Number against Sorrow" offers anonymous and confidential counseling for dealing with cyberbullying. This service can provide children with the help they need to navigate difficult situations and to learn how to protect themselves and others.
In conclusion, cyberbullying in class chats is a serious issue that requires the attention and action of parents, children, and educators. By implementing clear rules, providing support, and promoting awareness, we can create a safer and more inclusive online environment for all students.
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