Cyberbullying: What it is — and how to stop it
Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying is real—and it's hurting people every day. This video explores how bullies use phones, texts, and social media to intimidate others, and what students, parents, and educators can do to stop it. Learn how awareness, support, and action can make a difference in reducing the harm caused by online bullying.
Duration
02m 42s
Language
English
Category
Online Life
Standards Aligned
ISTE
What's About
Cyberbullying is bullying that happens through technology—and it’s a growing concern for students, families, and schools alike. This video takes a close look at how cyberbullying works, why it’s so harmful, and how we can respond to it.
The story begins by defining traditional bullying: using power or fear to hurt or control someone. Then it shifts to the digital world, where bullies can send threatening messages, spread rumors, post insults, or share embarrassing photos online. A real-life-inspired example shows how one student becomes a target, leading to feelings of fear, humiliation, and helplessness.
But the video doesn’t stop at describing the problem—it offers solutions. It explains that awareness is a powerful first step. Adults must understand the signs of cyberbullying and talk openly with students about their online experiences. Students themselves can help too, by standing up for peers, posting supportive messages, or privately reaching out to victims.
Finally, the video highlights the importance of saving evidence and reporting bullying behavior to trusted adults, schools, and online platforms. The message is clear: with empathy, action, and support, we can all play a role in reducing the impact of cyberbullying.
The story begins by defining traditional bullying: using power or fear to hurt or control someone. Then it shifts to the digital world, where bullies can send threatening messages, spread rumors, post insults, or share embarrassing photos online. A real-life-inspired example shows how one student becomes a target, leading to feelings of fear, humiliation, and helplessness.
But the video doesn’t stop at describing the problem—it offers solutions. It explains that awareness is a powerful first step. Adults must understand the signs of cyberbullying and talk openly with students about their online experiences. Students themselves can help too, by standing up for peers, posting supportive messages, or privately reaching out to victims.
Finally, the video highlights the importance of saving evidence and reporting bullying behavior to trusted adults, schools, and online platforms. The message is clear: with empathy, action, and support, we can all play a role in reducing the impact of cyberbullying.
What it Matters
Cyberbullying can be invisible but deeply damaging. This video helps learners understand how it works and what can be done to stop it—whether they’re victims, bystanders, or adults. By identifying harmful behavior and encouraging supportive responses, we can foster safer online spaces.
You’ll be able to:
- Recognize what cyberbullying is and how it’s different from traditional bullying.
- Understand how bullies use technology to harass, threaten, or embarrass others.
- Explain what motivates bullies and how their actions affect victims.
- Identify how students and adults can support someone being bullied.
- Take informed steps to report, document, and prevent cyberbullying.
You’ll be able to:
- Recognize what cyberbullying is and how it’s different from traditional bullying.
- Understand how bullies use technology to harass, threaten, or embarrass others.
- Explain what motivates bullies and how their actions affect victims.
- Identify how students and adults can support someone being bullied.
- Take informed steps to report, document, and prevent cyberbullying.
Educational Standards Aligned
- ISTE Standard: Digital Citizen Indicator 2b
Andy Ortiz
I design interactive learning experiences guided by proven instructional design models, theories and principles to make ideas, products and services easier to understand.
