Cybersecurity Awareness and Best Practices for Educators in the Digital Age
"Cybersecurity Awareness for Educators in the Digital Age" is a comprehensive course designed to equip educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats and protect sensitive data in educational settings.
Description
In alignment with the objectives of the Erasmus+ Programme, this course addresses the need for educators to develop digital competencies and ensure the security and privacy of digital learning environments.
This course provides educators with essential cybersecurity awareness training tailored to the unique challenges and responsibilities they face in the digital age. Participants will learn about common cybersecurity threats facing educational institutions, explore best practices for safeguarding sensitive information and personal data, and develop strategies for promoting cybersecurity awareness among students and colleagues. Through interactive workshops, case studies, and practical exercises, educators will gain the confidence and expertise to mitigate cybersecurity risks and create a safe and secure digital learning environment for all stakeholders.
Learning objectives
- Understand the importance of cybersecurity awareness in educational settings.
- Identify common cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities facing educators and students.
- Learn best practices for securing digital devices, networks, and data in educational environments.
- Develop strategies for promoting cybersecurity awareness among students, colleagues, and parents.
- Gain proficiency in implementing effective cybersecurity policies and procedures in schools and classrooms.
- Explore tools and resources for monitoring and responding to cybersecurity incidents.
- Collaborate with peers to develop a cybersecurity action plan tailored to their specific educational context.
- Reflect on the ethical and legal implications of cybersecurity in education and digital citizenship.
Methodology & assessment
Introduction to Cybersecurity Awareness: Overview of cybersecurity threats and risks in educational settings.
Understanding Cybersecurity Threats: Identification and analysis of common cybersecurity threats facing educators.
Securing Digital Devices and Networks: Best practices for securing computers, tablets, smartphones, and school networks.
Protecting Personal Data and Privacy: Strategies for safeguarding sensitive information and complying with data protection regulations.
Promoting Cybersecurity Awareness: Techniques for educating students, colleagues, and parents about cybersecurity best practices.
Developing Cybersecurity Policies and Procedures: Guidelines for creating and implementing effective cybersecurity policies and procedures in schools.
Incident Response and Management: Tools and resources for monitoring, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity incidents.
Cybersecurity Action Planning: Collaborative development of a cybersecurity action plan tailored to participants' educational context.
Ethical and Legal Considerations: Discussion of ethical and legal issues related to cybersecurity, digital citizenship, and responsible technology use.
Certification details
Attendance Certificate, Competency Certificate, Europass Mobility Certificate
Pricing, packages and other information
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Price:400Euro
Additional information
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Language:English
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Target audience ISCED:Primary education (ISCED 1)Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)
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Target audience type:TeacherHead Teacher / PrincipalPedagogical Adviser
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Learning time:20-25 hours
