Common Sense Media: M.E.N.D.ing Friendships
How do you repair a friendship when trust is broken online? In this lesson, students discover that “sorry” is just the beginning as they practice the MEND approach—making meaningful choices that either strengthen or weaken trust between friends. This engaging lesson teaches students that mending online hurt feelings requires honest conversations, taking responsibility, and following through on promises to be a better friend.
Objectives
- Learn and practice the four MEND steps for rebuilding friendships
- Recognize the difference between a sincere apology and making excuses
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How do you repair a friendship when trust is broken online? In this lesson, students discover that “sorry” is just the beginning as they practice the MEND approach—making meaningful choices that either strengthen or weaken trust between friends. This engaging lesson teaches students that mending online hurt feelings requires honest conversations, taking responsibility, and following through on promises to be a better friend.
Objectives
- Learn and practice the four MEND steps for rebuilding friendships
- Recognize the difference between a sincere apology and making excuses