Cyberbullying and Cyberthreats
Cyberbullying and Cyberthreats

Author: Nancy E. Willard

Publisher: Research Press

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 322

ISBN-13: 9780878225378

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Online communications can be extremely cruel and vicious. They can cause great emotional harm and can take place 24/7. Damaging text and images can be widely disseminated and impossible to fully remove. There are increasing reports of youth suicide, violence, and abduction related to cyberbullying and cyberthreats. This essential resource provides school counselors, administrators, and teachers with cutting-edge information on how to prevent and respond to cyberbullying and cyberthreats. It addresses real-life situations that often occur as students embrace the Internet and other digital technologies: Sending offensive or harassing messages Dissing someone or spreading nasty rumors on sites such as MySpace Disclosing someone's intimate personal information Breaking into someone's e-mail account and sending damaging messages under that person's name Excluding someone from an online group Using the Internet to intimidate The book includes detailed guidelines for managing in-school use of the Internet and personal digital devices, including cell phones. Extensive reproducible appendices contain forms for assessment, planning, and intervention, as well as a 9-page student guide and 16-page parent guide. An accompanying CD of all the reproducible forms and student handouts is included with the book.

Emerging Cyber Threats and Cognitive Vulnerabilities
Emerging Cyber Threats and Cognitive Vulnerabilities

Author: Vladlena Benson

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2019-09-20

Total Pages: 254

ISBN-13: 0128165944

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Emerging Cyber Threats and Cognitive Vulnerabilities identifies the critical role human behavior plays in cybersecurity and provides insights into how human decision-making can help address rising volumes of cyberthreats. The book examines the role of psychology in cybersecurity by addressing each actor involved in the process: hackers, targets, cybersecurity practitioners and the wider social context in which these groups operate. It applies psychological factors such as motivations, group processes and decision-making heuristics that may lead individuals to underestimate risk. The goal of this understanding is to more quickly identify threat and create early education and prevention strategies. This book covers a variety of topics and addresses different challenges in response to changes in the ways in to study various areas of decision-making, behavior, artificial intelligence, and human interaction in relation to cybersecurity. - Explains psychological factors inherent in machine learning and artificial intelligence - Discusses the social psychology of online radicalism and terrorist recruitment - Examines the motivation and decision-making of hackers and "hacktivists" - Investigates the use of personality psychology to extract secure information from individuals

Bullying Beyond the Schoolyard
Bullying Beyond the Schoolyard

Author: Sameer Hinduja

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 1412966884

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Cyberbullying is the intentional and repeated act of causing harm to others through the use of computers, mobile phones, and other electronic devices. The authors look at the potential consequences of this deliberate behaviour and present strategies for effective identification, prevention, and response. They also include illustrations of what cyberbullying looks like, tips for identifying cyberbullies or targets and strategies for responsible social networking. This resource will assist in confronting technology-based aggression and ensure the safe and responsible use of computers and the internet.

Cyber Behavior: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Cyber Behavior: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications

Author: Management Association, Information Resources

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2014-04-30

Total Pages: 2168

ISBN-13: 1466659432

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Following the migration of workflows, data, and communication to the Cloud and other Internet-based frameworks, interaction over the Web has become ever more commonplace. As with any social situation, there are rules and consequences to actions within a virtual environment. Cyber Behavior: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications explores the role of cyberspace in modern communication and interaction, including considerations of ethics, crime, security, and education. With chapters on a variety of topics and concerns inherent to a contemporary networked society, this multi-volume work will be of particular interest to students and academicians, as well as software developers, computer scientists, and specialists in the field of Information Technologies.

Handbook of Research on Cyber Crime and Information Privacy
Handbook of Research on Cyber Crime and Information Privacy

Author: Cruz-Cunha, Maria Manuela

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2020-08-21

Total Pages: 753

ISBN-13: 1799857298

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In recent years, industries have transitioned into the digital realm, as companies and organizations are adopting certain forms of technology to assist in information storage and efficient methods of production. This dependence has significantly increased the risk of cyber crime and breaches in data security. Fortunately, research in the area of cyber security and information protection is flourishing; however, it is the responsibility of industry professionals to keep pace with the current trends within this field. The Handbook of Research on Cyber Crime and Information Privacy is a collection of innovative research on the modern methods of crime and misconduct within cyber space. It presents novel solutions to securing and preserving digital information through practical examples and case studies. While highlighting topics including virus detection, surveillance technology, and social networks, this book is ideally designed for cybersecurity professionals, researchers, developers, practitioners, programmers, computer scientists, academicians, security analysts, educators, and students seeking up-to-date research on advanced approaches and developments in cyber security and information protection.

Cyber Kids, Cyber Bullying, Cyber Balance
Cyber Kids, Cyber Bullying, Cyber Balance

Author: Barbara C. Trolley

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2010-01-11

Total Pages: 369

ISBN-13: 1412972914

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Ideal for administrators, counsellors, and teachers, this resource provides practical information about technology use and cyber bullying as it relates to today's students and schools. Although technology can be used to help students succeed both socially and academically, it is critically important that school professionals know how to address technology misuse, particularly cyber bullying, since problems of abuse are on the rise. Cyber Kids, Cyber Bullying, Cyber Balance introduces educators to the wide world of modern technology in all its forms and nuances. The authors illustrate how to identify instances of cyber bullying and respond to them appropriately. The extensive appendix includes legal guidelines, a school planning calendar, a student assessment form, and an incident report form. The book provides basic information about prevention, assessment, intervention, and evaluation that is readily accessible and easily understood and implemented. A new and exciting focus of the book is the concept of "cyber balance"--helping students make healthy, safe choices about technology.

Handbook of Research on Cyber Approaches to Public Administration and Social Policy
Handbook of Research on Cyber Approaches to Public Administration and Social Policy

Author: Fahri Özsungur

Publisher: Information Science Reference

Published: 2021

Total Pages: 450

ISBN-13: 9781668433805

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"This book researches the post-pandemic changes in the functions of social policy and public administration and introduces and guides users through the current best practices, laboratory methods, policies, protocols, and more within cyber public administration and social policy"--

Cyber Bullying
Cyber Bullying

Author: Robin M. Kowalski

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2009-09-28

Total Pages: 237

ISBN-13: 1444321889

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Cyber bullying has become more prevalent through the use of e-mail, instant messages, chat rooms, and other digital messaging systems. It brings with it unique challenges. Cyber Bullying provides the most current and essential information on the nature and prevalence of this epidemic, providing educators, parents, psychologists and policy-makers with critical prevention techniques and strategies for effectively addressing electronic bullying. Provides an empirically-based resource with up-to-date information about the nature and prevalence of cyber bullying through the use of email, instant messages, chat rooms, and other digital messaging systems Examines the role of anonymity in electronic bullying Includes feedback from focus groups and individual interviews with students and parents Offers a handy reference with practical strategies for educators, parents, psychologists and policy makers about prevention and intervention of cyber bullying

Advanced Methodologies and Technologies in System Security, Information Privacy, and Forensics
Advanced Methodologies and Technologies in System Security, Information Privacy, and Forensics

Author: Khosrow-Pour, D.B.A., Mehdi

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2018-10-05

Total Pages: 433

ISBN-13: 152257493X

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Cyber-attacks are rapidly becoming one of the most prevalent issues globally, and as they continue to escalate, it is imperative to explore new approaches and technologies that help ensure the security of the online community. Beyond cyber-attacks, personal information is now routinely and exclusively housed in cloud-based systems. The rising use of information technologies requires stronger information security and system procedures to reduce the risk of information breaches. Advanced Methodologies and Technologies in System Security, Information Privacy, and Forensics presents emerging research and methods on preventing information breaches and further securing system networks. While highlighting the rising concerns in information privacy and system security, this book explores the cutting-edge methods combatting digital risks and cyber threats. This book is an important resource for information technology professionals, cybercrime researchers, network analysts, government agencies, business professionals, academicians, and practitioners seeking the most up-to-date information and methodologies on cybercrime, digital terrorism, network security, and information technology ethics.

Responding to Cyber Bullying
Responding to Cyber Bullying

Author: Jill Joline Myers

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2011-02-22

Total Pages: 217

ISBN-13: 1452269513

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"This book describes the legal precedents involved in the discipline of students who engage in this type of behavior and provides a very helpful matrix for dealing with a sensitive cyber situation. I′d recommend this text for all administrators!" —Jill Gildea, Superintendent Fremont School District 79, Mundelein, IL What every school leader needs to know about cyber bullying and the law A parent brings a cyber bullying incident to your attention and expects you to resolve it. What are the students′ rights and your responsibilities according to the law? Because the laws regarding disciplinary action are still evolving, this manual fills the gap by providing public school leaders with data-driven solutions for managing cyber bullying incidents. The authors offer clear guidance for honoring free expression while providing a safe learning environment. Helpful tools include "Top Ten Rules" for addressing cyber bullying Strategies for documenting aggressive cyber situations User-friendly legal tests for differentiating netiquette violations from First Amendment–protected expressions The MATRIX, a rubric that provides efficient and clear decision-making guidelines for determining appropriate responses to cyber bullying incidents (also available online) Relevant case studies give examples of schools′ authority to regulate, censor, or sanction inappropriate cyber expression. Mistakes can be costly, and avoiding liability is key. This book shows you how to protect yourself, your school, and your students in accordance with the law.