Which of the 4 rules in S-T-O-P do you think is the most important? Why?
"T" Telling a trusted adult is the most important thing we should do if we ever experience online meanness.
True/ False: It can sometimes be easier for people to be mean online versus in person, because they don't have to actually see the person face-to-face and see the other person's emotions.
True
What does "P" mean in the S-T-O-P strategy?
Take a moment to pause and think about the situation
What does "S" mean in the S-T-O-P strategy?
Step away from the computer!
What does "O" mean in the S-T-O-P strategy?
Don't go back online or return to the website until an adult says it is OK.
True/ False: If you wouldn't say something to another person's face, it's definitely not OK to say it online.
True
What is the difference between writing something mean versus saying it to the person?
Both are mean, but that it is probably easier to type it out than to say it to the person, because you don't have to see the person's reaction
Say some examples of online meanness
Sending a mean message to someone, posting mean things about someone on a website, making fun of someone online
What does mean behavior look like?
Making fun of how someone looks, spreading lies about someone, and saying rude things to them.
What does "online" mean?
Using a computer, phone, or tablet to visit a website or app.
What does "T" mean in the S-T-O-P strategy?
Tell an adult you trust what happened.
How does mean behavior make people feel?
Hurt, angry, upset, scared
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