Event Description

WeTeach_CS has partnered with Cyber.org to offer a workshop introducing the participants to the fundamentals of Cybersecurity. Participants will gain access to the free Cybersecurity curricula by Cyber.org and be given temporary access to the EPIC Cyber Range so they may practice the hands-on components of Cybersecurity attacks. During the workshop, teachers will have the opportunity to practice cyber defense skills in an AFA CyberPatriot environment as well as their cyber offense skills in a Capture the Flag practice gymnasium!

Teachers new to Cybersecurity will be led through Cybersecurity concepts and lessons that are rigorous, relevant, and aligned with the TEKS for the Foundations of Cybersecurity course. Johnny Carrera from TestOut will lead a session on Networking skills including an introduction to Cisco’s Packet Tracer. 

Using TWO MONITORS is very highly suggested in order to participate in the hands on activities.

BEFORE THE WORKSHOP, please download:

VMware: https://www.vmware.com/products/workstation-player.html and                                   Packet Tracer: https://www.netacad.com/

To obtain and install your copy of Cisco Packet Tracer follow these simple steps:

• Log into your Cisco Networking Academy “I’m Learning” page.
• Select Resources from the menu in the upper right portion of your screen.
• Select Download Packet Tracer.
• Select the version of Packet Tracer you require.
• Save the file to your computer.
• Launch the Packet Tracer install program.
• After installation, close and restart your web browser.
• Launch Cisco Packet Tracer by selecting the appropriate icon.
• When prompted, use your Netacad login information to authenticate.
• Packet Tracer will launch and you are ready to explore its features.

Eligible Attendees

This workshop is appropriate for high school educators that will be teaching Foundations of Cybersecurity and/or those interested in learning more about cybersecurity standards and the course.

Certificates of Participation 

Certificates stating 14 hours of Continuing Professional Education hours (CPE credits) earned will be sent electronically after the participant has completed the online course evaluation.

Registration Notes

• Payments are due before this event.
• Refunds will not be issued for cancellations or those not in attendance.
• Event limited to 40 participants.

Registration or Payment Questions?

Registration and payment instructions can be found during checkout or here.

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Schedule (Central Time)

8:30am - Log in
9:00am - Start
Day 1: 3:30pm - End; 3:30-4:00pm - Questions
Day 2: 3:00pm - End; 3:00-3:30pm - Questions