Rise Above Bullying: Developing Empathy for Others

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CLASS DESCRIPTION
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In this class, students will learn the essential skill of empathy, focusing on understanding and supporting peers who may be experiencing bullying or similar situations. By truly understanding and appreciating the thoughts and perspectives of others, students will help create a more inclusive and supportive environment.

The class begins with an icebreaker related to empathy, followed by defining what empathy is and exploring practical ways to develop it. Students will be given various prompts and practice showing empathy by responding to each prompt. By responding to these prompts, they will learn how to apply empathy to real-life situations. By the end of the class, each student will be able to demonstrate empathy towards others.

This interactive and fun class will be conducted on Nearpod, and each student will receive a workbook to use throughout the course. Students will engage in hands-on activities and gain valuable skills to help them build stronger, more empathetic relationships.

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REQUIREMENTS
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For the best virtual class experience, we recommend using two devices simultaneously: one for Zoom and the other for Nearpod. Any of the following devices - Laptop, Desktop, Tablet, iPad, Mobile Phone, or MacBook - will be appropriate for this lesson. On Device 1, join the Zoom meeting by entering the classroom on Outschool, ensuring your camera and microphone are enabled. On Device 2, access Nearpod through the website or app and enter the unique code provided by the instructor to join the interactive lesson. If you encounter any technical issues, notify the instructor via Zoom chat for assistance. This setup will enhance engagement and ensure seamless participation in both the live session and interactive activities.