Episode Details

Presented by Ronald Adams, Experienced Educator, Instructional Leader, Cyber Intelligence Academy at Park Crossing High School, Montgomery Public Schools (AL); Rashad Robinson, Experienced Educator, Tech Coordinator and Cyber Teacher, Cyber Intelligence Academy at Park Crossing High School, Montgomery Public Schools (AL); and Jessica S. Tickle, Experienced Educator, Instructor, PLTW Engineering and Cybersecurity, Center for Academic Achievement, Shawnee Mission School District (KS)
Moderated by Derek Babb, Experienced Educator, Cyber Security Lecturer, University of Nebraska at Omaha

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As cyber threats continue to impact businesses, governments, schools, and communities, cybersecurity has become essential to economic security, national security, and workforce readiness. Schools play a critical role in helping students navigate the digital world while preparing them for high-demand careers that increasingly require cybersecurity knowledge and skills.

In this edWeb podcast, educators discuss why cybersecurity education matters now more than ever and how their schools are successfully integrating cybersecurity concepts into existing courses and programs. Learn how students engage in hands-on, real-world experiences that challenge them to investigate digital threats, analyze cyber incidents, protect sensitive information, and develop critical-thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Discover practical strategies for creating meaningful cybersecurity learning opportunities that prepare students for college, careers, military service, and beyond.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the growing importance of cybersecurity education and its connection to student opportunity, workforce readiness, economic security, and community resilience
• Explore classroom and program models that provide students with authentic, hands-on cybersecurity experiences aligned to real-world challenges and career pathways
• Identify practical strategies for integrating cybersecurity concepts, digital citizenship, and career exploration into existing courses and educational programs

This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 teachers, school leaders, and district leaders.

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