Introduction to Cybersecurity
James Fitzpatrick
Average rating:4.4Number of reviews:(24)
As our world becomes increasingly dependent on technology, cybersecurity is a topic of growing importance. It
is crucial that individuals take precautions to protect themselves from the growing threat of
cyber attacks.
Class experience
The course utilizes a blended classroom approach. The content is a mix of web-based and physical activities. Students will modify existing code and run it in the browser, investigate cyber related topics and reflect on them and discuss them, create digital presentations, and engage in in-person collaborative exercises with classmates. Teachers utilize tools and resources provided by CodeHS to leverage time in the classroom and give focused 1-on-1 attention to students. Prerequisites: The...
Module 1: What is Cybersecurity? ( This module gives an introduction to cybersecurity. It focuses on why cybersecurity is important, recent threats to cybersecurity, and different careers in the field. Module 2: Digital Citizenship and Cyber Hygiene This module includes topics on Internet etiquette and how to stay safe on the world wide web. We will also look at the potential effects of our digital footprints, how to protect information from online risks, and the implications of cyberbullying. Finally, the module includes how to find and cite quality resources online Module 3: Project: PSA Students create a final project to apply Digital Citizenship and Cyber Hygiene content by creating a PSA Module 4: The ABCs of Cryptography In this module, we will dive into the history of cryptography systems, the motivation behind using encryption systems, and basic cryptography systems. Additionally, we will explore topics on how to use cryptography, cryptology, and cryptanalysis to decode a message without the use of a key. Finally, we will look into more advanced cryptographic topics like public-key cryptography and hash functions.
Multiple handouts on each session.
Average rating:4.4Number of reviews:(24)
I teach coding to children, Python, Javascript and block I also teach coding to adults Javascript and python I have been a technology worker and teacher for over 24 yrs I run a coding school for 5yrs now and enjoy teaching others. No greater joy...
Group Class
$99
for 3 classes1x per week, 3 weeks
55 min
Completed by 12 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
3-10 learners per class
