Cybersecurity, Ciphers & Puzzles

Wed Feb 19 2025 at 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm UTC-05:00

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Cybersecurity, Ciphers & Puzzles
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Explore cybersecurity through ciphers and puzzles, a fun and engaging way to teach about encryption for K-12 students.
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Description

Dive into the exciting world of cybersecurity by exploring ciphers and puzzles—a fun and hands-on way to introduce the concept of encryption to K-12 students. This approach allows learners to engage with the critical idea of protecting information while sparking curiosity and creativity. Through interactive activities, students can discover how codes and ciphers have been used throughout history, from ancient times to modern-day digital security. By uncovering historical connections, they’ll gain a deeper understanding of how encryption methods evolved to meet the challenges of safeguarding sensitive information. 

Audience

Educators from all grade levels and content areas, as well as any staff supporting student learning.

Course Objectives

  • To understand the K-12 vertical progression of learning indicated by standards in the cybersecurity strand of the Virginia SOLs.
  • To explore the use of various ciphers in K12 classrooms.
  • To explore how ciphers and cybersecurity can be integrated into many subject areas.
  • To learn a sampling of historical examples of ciphers and cryptographers.

Knowledge Level

Beginner - Participating educators need no knowledge or experience with the CS SOLs or CS content.

Prerequisites

  • None

Registration Notes

CodeVA professional learning is free for Virginia and DC public school educators, preservice students and educators, and Dept. of Defense Education Activity teachers.

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