Title: Describe what constitutes harassment or bullying in the workplace.
Course: Career Investigations (19258-36) > Section: Building Workplace Standards

Description should include

- sexual harassment—a form of sex discrimination; unwelcome verbal, visual, or physical conduct in person, in writing, or electronically of a sexual nature that is severe or pervasive and affects working conditions or creates a hostile work environment
- workplace bullying—repeated, harmful mistreatment (e.g., threatening, humiliating, intimidating) in person, in writing, or electronically by one or more coworkers that interferes with job performance.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the legal definition of sexual harassment? Why does it require a legal definition?
- What should you do if you are being harassed at work?
- What should you do when you see bullying/cyberbullying occurring? What should you do when someone bullies you?

Teacher Resources:

- Sexual Harassment, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
- Workplace Bullying: How to Recognize It, Stop It, and Protect Your Career — 2025 Guide + Templates