Keying in on Crime

In Linguistic courses I have learned that there is constantly new terms arising, humans create them in order to describe new ideas or to differ from their parents’ usage. I had absolutely no idea the magnitude of vocabulary arising JUST for digital use. It’s baffling and exciting! I believe that being able to use current terminology will enable me to reach the students and help them understand that crime is prevalent and impacts people like them every day. I have already seen the damage cyberbullying can have on teens. I believe that it is extremely important that students understand that it is a crime and punishable not only by the school but the law. I don’t think that parents understand that cyberbullying and/or cyber-harrassment is truly a damaging crime and I really believe that schools need to be providing up to date information regarding these trends.

Knowledge is power.  We must empower parents to stand beside us to teach students how to be up-standing cyber-citizens.  Many parents don't understand how much negativity comes through on cells, facebook, myspace... I didn't!  The only reason that I have this knowledge is from taking Ed-tech 202 at BSU.  The school system needs to step up and help parents find the tools to help their kids.

Check out Cyber-Crime at these web-sites!
http://www.justice.gov/criminal/cybercrime/
http://www.stopcyberbullying.org/
http://www.cybercitizenship.org/