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Youth using phones to harass and spy on partners

Mike Tully on December 7th, 2009

By Larry Magid Cell phones and the Internet are great ways for romantic partners to stay in touch, but based on a recent survey of 14- to 24-year-olds, they’re also being used to spy and harass significant others. My report on the Associated Press and MTV study about youth digital abuse focused mostly on sexting [...]

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Dec
7

The role of bystanders in cyberbullying

adminsta on December 7th, 2009

Dr. Sameer Hinduja discusses the role of bystanders in cyberbullying. (Note:  This is a video clip of my friend and colleague, Dr. Sameer Hinduja, which appears on a “must see videos” site maintained by Dr. Russell Sabella.  Both have participated in a rollicking email chat list set up by Nancy Willard, Director of the  Center [...]

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Dec
7

Alameda schools to vote on anti-bullying lessons (CA)

Mike Tully on December 7th, 2009

The Associated Press Posted: 12/06/2009 11:32:18 AM PST Updated: 12/06/2009 11:32:18 AM PST ALAMEDA, Calif.—Alameda school officials are expected to approve this week new anti-bullying lessons for elementary school students. Members of the Alameda Unified School District are set to discuss Tuesday new instructional materials for students in grades 3-5 that will address bullying. The [...]

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