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Lesson Title: Cyberbullying – Recognising and Responding to Online Abuse (PSHE / Online Safety)
This detailed and impactful KS3/KS4 lesson helps students understand the forms, effects, and legal consequences of cyberbullying. Using real case studies, legal definitions, and prevention strategies, the lesson empowers students to recognise harmful online behaviour and take action to protect themselves and others.

Lesson Aims:

Define cyberbullying and identify its many forms (e.g. flaming, impersonation, image abuse, stalking)

Understand the emotional and mental health effects on victims

Learn about the UK laws that can apply to cyberbullying, including harassment and malicious communication

Reflect on real-life cases and consequences of online harassment

Explore reasons why people cyberbully and how to respond safely

Know how to block, report, and document cyberbullying incidents

Create a short speech demonstrating understanding and empathy

Ideal for PSHE, Computing, or tutor time. Includes interactive activities, peer discussions, legal content, and a final speech-writing task with a self-assessment element.