“The Big Heist Challenge”: An Experience Report of an Innovative Cybersecurity Teaching Approach

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Abstract

This paper sets out the author’s experience teaching an introductory cybersecurity module to undergraduate students at an Irish university. It describes an innovative authentic learning exercise, focusing on team-based cybersecurity attack and defence plans. Evaluation revealed strong student engagement, skill development, and positive learning outcomes despite some issues with group dynamics and peer participation.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2024 Cyber Research Conference - Ireland, Cyber-RCI 2024
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798350390100
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024
Event3rd Cyber Research Conference - Ireland, Cyber-RCI 2024 - Carlow, Ireland
Duration: 25 Nov 2024 → …

Publication series

Name2024 Cyber Research Conference - Ireland, Cyber-RCI 2024

Conference

Conference3rd Cyber Research Conference - Ireland, Cyber-RCI 2024
Country/TerritoryIreland
CityCarlow
Period25/11/24 → …

Keywords

  • authentic learning
  • cybersecurity education
  • IS education
  • problem-based learning
  • team-based learning

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