The guidelines include steps that can be taken to prevent harassment viamobile phone or the internet as well as tips on dealing with problemswhen they arise. Among the steps advised are:
- include cyberbullying in mandatory anti-bullying policies
- ensure the curriculum teaches pupils about the risks of "new
communications technologies"
- set clear policies about mobile phone use in school
- work with the police to manage cyberbullying
The guidelines also recommend that schools regularly brief parents about"e-communication standards and practices".
John Carr, new technology adviser at children's charity NCH, said:"There's still a view that if (cyberbullying) happens at weekends or offschool premises, it has nothing to do with the school - but schools havea responsibility because it affects school life."
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