Discussion: Cyberstalking

As the text shows, there are many different types of abuse. One that has been a fairly hot topic these past few years is cyberstalking. With the rapid evolution of social media cyberstalking has increased at an alarming rate. From celebrities, to political figures, nobody is immune from it. Read the FYI section on page 192 about cyberstalking and in writing your findings make sure to include the answers to these questions.

1) When did the first cyberstalking law go into effect?

2) What are some steps you can take to decrease your chances of being cyberstalked?

3) What social media platforms do you feel are the most vulnerable to cyberstalking?

4) Do you recall a cyberstalking incident that was well known? 

GRADING:  (Total 10 points)  YOUR initial response to the DISCUSSION question should be done 3 days before the deadline, this will allow others to respond and comment to your discussion.  Waiting until the last day could result in loss of points. 

5 points  - For your initial posting answering the discussion topic.   THIS TOPIC is the chapter reading! Should be a solid write up (10-12 min sentences). 150-200 words.  

You need a college level write up to the question, use the book if needed, you should be familiar with the chapter.  DON"T type i for I, this is a college course not a text.   Don't wait until the last day, get your discussion on the topic in 3 days prior to deadline.

5 points - Respond to 2 other students in the discussion.  You need a solid response, using material from the book or experience, responses should be 4-7 sentences ( a complete paragraph ).  Again don't type i for I. 

NOTE: The discussion question refers to chapter material. Read the chapter before you participate in the discussion. You must give a thoughtful and educated response(that shows you understand the chapter material) to get credit.  Students LOSE points because they write too little!!!