CYBERBULLYING AND THE TEACHER'S ROLE IN MEDIATION

Abstract

This study addressed the impact of digital technologies on interpersonal relationships in the school environment, focusing on the teacher’s role in mediating these impacts, especially regarding cyberbullying and online interactions. The research aimed to answer the following question: how have digital technologies impacted interpersonal relationships in schools, and what is the teacher’s role in mediating these impacts? The main objective was to analyze the effects of technologies on the school environment and the educator’s role in promoting a healthy digital space. The methodology was exclusively bibliographical, analyzing articles, books, and dissertations on digital education, cyberbullying, and teacher training. The development of the study revealed that ICTs provided great pedagogical opportunities but also new challenges, such as cyberbullying, requiring teachers to act as mediators in digital relationships. The final considerations emphasized the importance of ongoing teacher training for using ICTs and the need for further studies on pedagogical mediation practices in cyberspace and public policies supporting the proper use of technologies.