Cybersecurity Fundamentals for Youth
Introduces cybersecurity fundamentals through engaging puzzles and real‑world scenarios.
Description : Focused on cybersecurity fundamentals, this course introduces young learners to basic concepts in online safety and ethical hacking through interactive simulations and problem‑solving exercises.
Category : Coding & Engineering
Age : 10+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Foundations of Cybersecurity Section 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity - Lesson 1: What is Cybersecurity? - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is Cybersecurity? - Lesson 2: Why Cybersecurity Matters - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Why Cybersecurity Matters Section 2: History of Cyber Threats - Lesson 1: The Evolution of Cyber Attacks - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: The Evolution of Cyber Attacks - Lesson 2: Key Milestones in Cybersecurity - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Key Milestones in Cybersecurity Section 3: Basic Cyber Terminology - Lesson 1: Common Cyber Terms - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Common Cyber Terms - Lesson 2: Understanding Cyber Jargon - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Understanding Cyber Jargon Section 4: Digital Identity and Footprint - Lesson 1: What is a Digital Footprint? - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: What is a Digital Footprint? - Lesson 2: Managing Your Digital Identity - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Managing Your Digital Identity Section 5: Cyber Ethics and Responsibility - Lesson 1: Introduction to Cyber Ethics - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Introduction to Cyber Ethics - Lesson 2: Responsible Online Behavior - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Responsible Online Behavior Module 2: Networking Fundamentals for Cybersecurity Section 1: Introduction to Computer Networks - Lesson 1: What is a Network? - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is a Network? - Lesson 2: Types of Networks (LAN, WAN, etc.) - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Types of Networks (LAN, WAN, etc.) Section 2: Network Components - Lesson 1: Understanding Routers and Switches - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understanding Routers and Switches - Lesson 2: The Role of Servers and Clients - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: The Role of Servers and Clients Section 3: Data Transmission Basics - Lesson 1: How Data Travels in a Network - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: How Data Travels in a Network - Lesson 2: Introduction to Protocols (TCP/IP) - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Introduction to Protocols (TCP/IP) Section 4: Wireless Networks and Security - Lesson 1: Basics of Wi-Fi and Wireless Communication - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Basics of Wi-Fi and Wireless Communication - Lesson 2: Securing a Wireless Network - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Securing a Wireless Network Section 5: Safe Internet Practices - Lesson 1: How to Recognize Unsafe Networks - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: How to Recognize Unsafe Networks - Lesson 2: Best Practices for Connecting Online - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Best Practices for Connecting Online Module 3: Secure Computing Practices Section 1: Personal Device Security - Lesson 1: Securing Your Computer and Devices - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Securing Your Computer and Devices - Lesson 2: Understanding Software Updates and Patches - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Understanding Software Updates and Patches Section 2: Passwords and Authentication - Lesson 1: Creating Strong Passwords - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Creating Strong Passwords - Lesson 2: Introduction to Multifactor Authentication - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Introduction to Multifactor Authentication Section 3: Recognizing Online Threats - Lesson 1: Identifying Phishing Attempts - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Identifying Phishing Attempts - Lesson 2: Spotting Malware and Scams - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Spotting Malware and Scams Section 4: Safe Browsing Techniques - Lesson 1: How to Browse Securely - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: How to Browse Securely - Lesson 2: Understanding Secure Websites (HTTPS) - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Understanding Secure Websites (HTTPS) Section 5: Data Privacy Basics - Lesson 1: Understanding Personal Data Privacy - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Understanding Personal Data Privacy - Lesson 2: Keeping Your Information Secure Online - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Keeping Your Information Secure Online Module 4: Introduction to Ethical Hacking Section 1: What is Ethical Hacking? - Lesson 1: Overview of Ethical Hacking - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Overview of Ethical Hacking - Lesson 2: Differences Between Ethical and Malicious Hacking - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Differences Between Ethical and Malicious Hacking Section 2: The Hacker Mindset - Lesson 1: Problem-Solving and Creative Thinking - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Problem-Solving and Creative Thinking - Lesson 2: Thinking Like an Ethical Hacker - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Thinking Like an Ethical Hacker Section 3: Tools of the Trade - Lesson 1: Basic Tools Used in Ethical Hacking - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Basic Tools Used in Ethical Hacking - Lesson 2: Understanding How Tools Work Safely - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Understanding How Tools Work Safely Section 4: Simple Vulnerability Assessments - Lesson 1: Introduction to Vulnerability Scanning - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introduction to Vulnerability Scanning - Lesson 2: Practicing Safe Testing Techniques - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Practicing Safe Testing Techniques Section 5: Reporting and Responsible Disclosure - Lesson 1: Documenting Findings Clearly - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Documenting Findings Clearly - Lesson 2: Respecting Privacy and Reporting Securely - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Respecting Privacy and Reporting Securely Module 5: Staying Safe Online Section 1: Understanding Cyberbullying - Lesson 1: What is Cyberbullying? - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is Cyberbullying? - Lesson 2: How to Respond to Cyberbullying - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: How to Respond to Cyberbullying Section 2: Social Media Safety - Lesson 1: Protecting Personal Information on Social Platforms - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Protecting Personal Information on Social Platforms - Lesson 2: Recognizing and Reporting Online Harassment - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Recognizing and Reporting Online Harassment Section 3: Safe Online Communication - Lesson 1: Rules for Online Etiquette - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Rules for Online Etiquette - Lesson 2: Managing Digital Friendships - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Managing Digital Friendships Section 4: Understanding Privacy Settings - Lesson 1: Adjusting Privacy on Common Platforms - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Adjusting Privacy on Common Platforms - Lesson 2: Customizing Security Settings for More Control - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Customizing Security Settings for More Control Section 5: Becoming a Cybersecurity Advocate - Lesson 1: Sharing Cyber Safety Tips - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Sharing Cyber Safety Tips - Lesson 2: Practicing What You Preach: Daily Cyber Hygiene - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Practicing What You Preach: Daily Cyber Hygiene