What is Bullying?

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Objective

I can define bullying and explain its different forms.

Part 1 of 4

Warm-up video

TEDx Talks · 3:58Vetted channel

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Part 2 of 4

Key concepts

3 concepts

  1. 1

    A bully's actions often stem from their internal feelings and past experiences.

  2. 2

    Emotional, physical, cyber, and verbal are four different types of bullying.

  3. 3

    To stop bullying, you can tell an adult, stand up to the bully, comfort the bully, or live in a powerful positive way.

Part 3 of 4

Practice

11 questions

1

What is the key difference between bullying and a one-time rude comment?

2

According to the video, what might be a reason why someone becomes a bully?

Part 4 of 4

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Define bullying and list the four types of bullying described in the video.

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