CS Coastal Workshops - Networks & the Internet for Secondary School Teachers

Join us for a workshop for educators eager to introduce network fundamentals and cybersecurity concepts to grades 6-12. Through engaging activities participants will gain insights into data transmission modeling, network protocols, security measures evolution, and addressing common threats like malware and phishing attacks. Explore network scalability, reliability, and strategies for optimizing performance, while understanding user needs and data sensitivity for security implementations.

Participants will:

- Understand Data Transmission: model how information is broken down into packets, transmitted through networks, and reassembled at the destination.

- Comprehend Network Protocols Educators: gain knowledge of the role and function of key network protocols like TCP/IP and how they enable secure communication.

- Explore Network Security: understand how hardware, software, and best practices contribute to effective network security.

- Analyze Security Measures: learn how new security measures evolve in response to emerging threats, using real-world case studies.

-Evaluate Network Scalability and Reliability: assess the relationship between network components (routers, switches, servers) and understand how network design affects performance and reliability.

-Address Security Threats: learn strategies to mitigate common security threats such as malware and phishing attacks.

- Understand User Needs and Data Sensitivity: learn how to tailor security measures based on data and user requirements.

- Apply Security Best Practices: explore decision-making processes to select security measures for data.

Instructor: Phil Polsinelli

Please note: This workshop is intended for PK-12 teachers from New Jersey Public Schools. This workshop is part of a grant-funded project, the CS Coastal Hub, and is available at NO COST to attend. Teachers attending workshops after-school or in the summer will receive a stipend from the CS Coastal Hub.

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! Please contact the SRI&ETTC at ettc@stockton.edu with any questions. 

As noted in the description, this workshop is part of a grant-funded project and to receive your stipend you will need to complete the evaluation link provided at the end of this session. Reminder: Your camera must be on throughout the entire workshop