Cyberbullying Awareness among The Students of Amaya School of Home Industries: Basis for an Action Plan

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Cyberbullying is a misdemeanor that takes place over personal digital devices. Cyberbullying can happen through SMS, text, and applications. It can also happen online via social media, online forums, or gaming where people can view, contribute in, or share content. Cyberbullying is an important problem confronting the youth in the last decade.

METHODS

This study was conducted in Amaya School of Home Industries, Sahud-Ulan, Tanza, Cavite. It identified the level of awareness of the Grade 11 students. The researcher used the descriptive research design to collect data from two hundred twenty-six (226) respondents. The survey questionnaire was used as the main gathering instrument. Data were analyzed quantitatively using weighted mean, Pearson product moment correlation, standard deviation and Z-test.

RESULTS

Based on the findings, the most common electronic device used was the cell phone. On the frequency of the use of social media, respondents replied that they are engaged in social media every other day. The respondents moderately agreed on the level of cyberbullying awareness in personal statement, role of parents or guardians, and role of teachers and school. When accounting for gender, data showed that there is no connection in terms of engaging in cyberbullying. There is an influence to the students if the school will educate them about cyberbullying or will inform on how to be a good and responsible netizen.

DISCUSSIONS

The study recommends that the students should identify the do's and don'ts while using the internet. The parents or guardians should give advice to their sons/daughters on how to use the different social media websites to avoid cyberbullying. The school should create policies, develop an action plan, conduct a symposium, using social norms and involve the community in preventing cyberbullying to stop its possible effects.