Survey Description

The Cyberbullying and Online Aggression Survey (CAOAS-38) is an assessment tool designed to measure levels and forms of online aggression and cyberbullying. It consists of 38 questions that examine various aspects of online bullying, including frequency, forms of aggression, and impacts on victims.

Data Analysis and Usage

Data collected through the CAOAS-38 are analyzed to identify trends and patterns related to online aggression. Analysis may include statistical methods to categorize forms of aggression and compare levels between different groups. The results can be used to develop intervention strategies and policies to prevent cyberbullying.

Objective

The primary objective of the CAOAS-38 is to understand the prevalence and effects of online aggression across different social groups. The tool is used to analyze the conditions contributing to cyberbullying and to develop strategies for prevention and intervention.

Calibration

The CAOAS-38 is scored using a Likert scale or a similar method, where participants rate the frequency or intensity of aggressive behaviors they have experienced or perpetrated online. Scores are aggregated to provide an overall picture of the severity and extent of online aggression.

Bibliography

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Kowalski, R. M., Giumetti, G. W., Schroeder, A. N., & Lattanner, M. R. (2014). Bullying in the Digital Age: A Critical Review of the Definition, Prevalence, and Impact of Cyberbullying. Aggression and Violent Behavior, 19(4), 270-278.