Cybersecurity Digital Lessons - STEMploration

Cybersecurity Virtual Lessons Unit Overview as well as Instructions for using SCORM files with Canvas and Blackboard and the list of external links to be whitelisted by lesson for this collection.

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In this lesson, students are introduced to the concept of a digital life and they learn about the impact of their digital footprint. The students first define the term digital life. Then they evaluate their own digital footprint. The students learn about what makes a good digital citizen, and finally reflect on what they have learned and their responsibility in managing their digital footprint and being a good digital citizen.

NOTE: If you use Google Classroom or another LMS that does not support SCORM, please access the digital lesson for the students through the link provided directly here:   https://rise.articulate.com/share/mFraFFge71m6-8m4vXwj2i5VJZFGr5Cx

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In this lesson, students are introduced to the concepts of vulnerabilities and cyber threats. First, they form a basic definition of a vulnerability. Then, they learn the various kinds of cyber threats and their basic definitions. Lastly, the students expand those definitions by reading articles about real cyber threats and identifying the types of threats and how they have impacted different companies.

NOTE: If you use Google Classroom or another LMS that does not support SCORM, please access the digital lesson for the students through the link provided directly here: https://rise.articulate.com/share/a9la4pMqJhvr5PsbyhPODN5ItMHAuCjx

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In this lesson, students learn ways to mitigate cyber threats. First, they work to identify threats found in various online environments. Then, they formulate rules to follow in their digital life at school and at home. The students understand why using prevention tools is significant to mitigating online threats. Finally, the students complete a checklist of things they can do at home to prevent cyber threats.

NOTE: If you use Google Classroom or another LMS that does not support SCORM, please access the digital lesson for the students through the link provided directly here:  https://rise.articulate.com/share/ZjRJA85NnJh9d3v_vHrabj-zgzsEVLqX

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In this lesson, the students are introduced to the topics of cybersecurity and the Internet of Things. First, the students view some videos to learn about cybersecurity and the Internet of Things. Next, they read an article about the Internet of Things and identify how it relates to cybersecurity. Then the students are introduced to different careers in cybersecurity. They find out what kinds of careers interest them by doing an activity that shows the various career paths in cybersecurity. Lastly, the students find out if cybersecurity is the right field for them by "taking a stand" to show how they feel about each question regarding cybersecurity and if it sounds like a career they would enjoy.

NOTE: If you use Google Classroom or another LMS that does not support SCORM, please access the digital lesson for the students through the link provided directly here: https://rise.articulate.com/share/JCBENkdc30F1ZWG45gzZCOX8Bt9qsDGt

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In this lesson, students define physical and digital security. Then students read an article which goes further into the definition, so they can understand the difference between physical and digital security. Finally, the students learn about firewalls and apply what they have learned by creating a physical and digital security poster.

NOTE: If you use Google Classroom or another LMS that does not support SCORM, please access the digital lesson for the students through the link provided directly here:  https://rise.articulate.com/share/CBV78Vo5G5pQoSODgTVmIdoT10w7x_xO

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In this lesson, students define passwords and passphrases. First, they evaluate what makes a strong password by identifying the differences between a good password and bad password. Then, the students define passphrases and understand why they are better to use than passwords. Finally, the students can distinguish between good and bad passwords.

NOTE: If you use Google Classroom or another LMS that does not support SCORM, please access the digital lesson for the students through the link provided directly here:  https://rise.articulate.com/share/X4xbdEyonqCwEgTf4PqvV6OF8bKnEqbS

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In this lesson, students understand the basics of networking. First, the students see what networking was like years ago and compare it to how it is today. Then, they discuss the definition of networking. Next, the students go over the components of a network and define a router and a switch. Afterwards, the students do an activity to help them visualize what a network looks like.

NOTE: If you use Google Classroom or another LMS that does not support SCORM, please access the digital lesson for the students through the link provided directly here:  https://rise.articulate.com/share/z3ftADPTcRBquFRN7D0PkVp_bbV5bf_m

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In this lesson, students understand the importance of protocols as well as explore the different types of protocols. First, the students understand the definition of a protocol. Next, they are introduced to the different types of protocols. The students learn the similarities and differences between HTTP, HTTPS, SSL, and TLS. Similarly, they learn the similarities and differences between TCP and UDP. Finally, the students reflect on the significance of protocols and why it’s important to know the difference between them.

NOTE: If you use Google Classroom or another LMS that does not support SCORM, please access the digital lesson for the students through the link provided directly here:  https://rise.articulate.com/share/IkLa5PeZTNt45tTZY2XFEf5fdMzhXP7E

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In this lesson, students learn about the history of encryption and how it relates to the real world. The lesson begins with the basics of encryption. Learners practice decoding an encrypted message using a Caesar Cipher. They discuss examples of encryption in the real world. Last, students apply their knowledge of Caesar Ciphers to an activity where they encode clues for others to decode.

NOTE: If you use Google Classroom or another LMS that does not support SCORM, please access the digital lesson for the students through the link provided directly here:   https://rise.articulate.com/share/gpTzTl-Yn_Uk_W8mthxIC3KQlNDMJI42

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In this lesson, students learn about two more types of encryption. First, they are introduced to the basic definition of a Book Cipher and use it to decrypt two examples. Then, they learn the basic definition of Steganography and read about how it is used.

NOTE: If you use Google Classroom or another LMS that does not support SCORM, please access the digital lesson for the students through the link provided directly here: https://rise.articulate.com/share/r9b2puLIMm023Un_HIkgSuVKqeh2Q9Q2

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In this lesson, students learn about the methods for encrypting data. They learn about public and private encryption through methods like RSA and AES. Then, the students see how encryption protects their personal devices and social media.

NOTE: If you use Google Classroom or another LMS that does not support SCORM, please access the digital lesson for the students through the link provided directly here: https://rise.articulate.com/share/_Id_IIfWAsTEWw0GhQhqC-m83iUpwAqQ

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In this lesson, students learn what ethical hacking is and its importance. First, the students watch a video that shows different types of hackers. Then, they participate in an activity to learn the difference between white, black, and gray hats. Finally, the students reflect on why it’s important to know the difference between the three and why ethical hacking is important.

NOTE: If you use Google Classroom or another LMS that does not support SCORM, please access the digital lesson for the students through the link provided directly here: https://rise.articulate.com/share/Y8OaX7_AmD32P_n0JTkXUchxNkGGqBFc 

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