Teach Students Cyber Security Skills
Whether you’re an IT teacher aiming to improve students’ understanding of cybersecurity, a History teacher with a passion for technology, or a Primary teacher keen to broaden your students’ horizons, this is essential reading for you! In this engaging activity from the brilliant Cyber Skills Live, students learn cybersecurity techniques through the real-life example of defending Stirling Castle. The activity covers vital concepts such as data servers, physical security, incident response, and what made Stirling Castle so formidable. You can complete this activity as a class, or students can work independently or in pairs. It’s a flexible and hands-on way for them to develop cybersecurity skills. In a world where personal data is increasingly online, understanding how to protect themselves from cyber threats is crucial for students. This activity equips them with the essential tools to navigate the digital world safely. As students grow up in an era defined by constant connectivity, learning how to safeguard their digital identity and prevent data breaches is more important than ever. Furthermore, as technology continues to evolve, future career opportunities in cybersecurity will expand, making it a highly valuable skill for employability across a wide range of industries. Click on the link below to try it out!
Help Defend the Rhino!
Cyber Skills Live offers an engaging resource that combines technology and wildlife conservation, ideal for UK classrooms. Based on a real-life conservation effort in South Africa, this activity takes students on a journey where they collect data from Kruger National Park, analyse patterns and identify any suspicious activities to help protect endangered wildlife. Students will develop essential skills in data science, machine learning, and the Internet of Things, all while contributing to a case study on conservation. This hands on learning activity makes complex concepts like data analysis both relevant and exciting, especially for students passionate about technology and the environment. This resource is suitable for students of all abilities and can be delivered either as a classroom activity for younger students or an individual activity for older students. This makes it a great way to cover IT and conservation within the curriculum. Having tried it out I can say that it not only builds knowledge but also provides you an insight on the future of conservation.