1. Session 3
‘Flame Wars’

2. What is a Flame War/Flaming?
Watch the film ‘Flame Wars’ from CyberSense
Watch Flame Wars -

3. Another term for Flaming is Trolling.
Flaming (Flame Wars) is a hostile and insulting interaction between Internet users, often involving the use of profanity.
It can also be the swapping of insults back and forth, or with many groups teaming up on a single victim.
Flaming usually occurs in the social context of an Internet forum, by , game servers such as Xbox Live or PlayStation Network and on video-sharing websites such as YouTube.
Another term for Flaming is Trolling.
Discuss example scenarios with parents – how would they support their child in a situation like this.

4. Possible consequences of cyberbullying - some examples
Sending messages that are grossly offensive, menacing or indecent
Up to 6 months in prison
Up to £5,000 fine (or both)
Penalty increased if racially or religiously aggravated
Trolling
Up to 6 months in prison (new legislation put forward to increase this)
Sexting
Up to 10 years in prison
Tagging photos with defamatory or negative comments
Up to 6 months in prison, a fine (or both)
These are just a few of the cyberbullying behaviours that can be prosecuted and their current maximum sentences

5. What can you do? Use Your CyberSense!
Safe – Talk to your child about how to stay SAFE online
Educate – EDUCATE both yourself and your child about online safety
Network – Remember that there are lots of support NETWORKS available to help
Support – Online bullying can hurt. SUPPORT both at home and school is vital to help your child deal with these issues
Explain – EXPLAIN to your child about the positives and negatives of using the internet
Parent Guide – CyberSense support

6. Where to go for help! Explain
National organisations that support young people to stay safe online.
CEOP- 
Childnet -
NSPCC -
Childline -
Think U Know -
Ask About Games -
Internet Matters -
Barnardo’s
Tell someone! Research the websites and decide how you want to support your child

7. “Use the internet safely.”
Cyberbullying is a key priority for Government and there is advice for parents on their website,