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Student Handout 2 - Survey: Cyber Security Scenarios

Directions
In your groups, read each scenario and decide which option you would choose. Think about why.



Unit - Grade 8: Cyber Security

Students review what they already know and understand about malware. They examine cyber security issues ranging from a personal to national level. Students create and publish a Public Service Announcement (PSA) to inform others of the steps to prevent cyber security issues. Students accurately use domain-specific words and phrases in their PSA.

Lesson - Point of Attack: Malware

Students build knowledge and understanding of malware and cybersecurity protocol through close reading of informational text and collaborative discussion. Students also use graphic organizers to aide in comprehension. They practice informed decision-making by responding to a series of cyber security scenarios.

Student Handout 1 - Worksheet: KEWL Chart

Students build knowledge and understanding of malware and cybersecurity protocol through close reading of informational text and collaborative discussion. Students also use graphic organizers to aide in comprehension. They practice informed decision-making by responding to a series of cyber security scenarios.

Student Handout 2 - Survey: Cyber Security Scenarios

Students build knowledge and understanding of malware and cybersecurity protocol through close reading of informational text and collaborative discussion. Students also use graphic organizers to aide in comprehension. They practice informed decision-making by responding to a series of cyber security scenarios.

Student Handout 3 - Worksheet: Cyber Security Crossword Puzzle

Students build knowledge and understanding of malware and cybersecurity protocol through close reading of informational text and collaborative discussion. Students also use graphic organizers to aide in comprehension. They practice informed decision-making by responding to a series of cyber security scenarios.

Student Handout 4 - Reference Page: Malicious Programs

Students build knowledge and understanding of malware and cybersecurity protocol through close reading of informational text and collaborative discussion. Students also use graphic organizers to aide in comprehension. They practice informed decision-making by responding to a series of cyber security scenarios.

Student Handout 5 - Reference Page: Computer Security & Prevention Tips

Students build knowledge and understanding of malware and cybersecurity protocol through close reading of informational text and collaborative discussion. Students also use graphic organizers to aide in comprehension. They practice informed decision-making by responding to a series of cyber security scenarios.

Student Handout 6 - Reference Page: More Cyber Security Terms to Know

Students build knowledge and understanding of malware and cybersecurity protocol through close reading of informational text and collaborative discussion. Students also use graphic organizers to aide in comprehension. They practice informed decision-making by responding to a series of cyber security scenarios.

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Student Handout 12 - Worksheet: Critical Thinking: Homeland Security

Directions:
You and your classmates will be on a scavenger hunt for priceless knowledge. Plan wisely how you will divide up tasks—will one read, one write, one present? Or perhaps each take a question and divide up the articles? It’s your choice but choose wisely—there is a time limit and a goal. No answer is ever completely correct—you’ll have choices in your answers.

Think and discuss what you have seen and read. Then use your brains to
come up with your own answers. You’ll have to discuss what you’ve seen, read, and
answered so be PREPARED!!



Unit - Grade 8: Cyber Security

Students review what they already know and understand about malware. They examine cyber security issues ranging from a personal to national level. Students create and publish a Public Service Announcement (PSA) to inform others of the steps to prevent cyber security issues. Students accurately use domain-specific words and phrases in their PSA.

Lesson - Homeland Security

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 8 - Reference Page: Defining the Problem of Cyber Terrorism

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 9 - Reference Page: Cyber Terrorism and the Internet

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 10 - Reference Page: Cyber Security and You

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 11 - Reference Page: A Nation's Response

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 12 - Worksheet: Critical Thinking: Homeland Security

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 13 - Empowerment: Address the Issue: Solutions to Homeland Security Threats

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

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Student Handout 11 - Reference Page: A Nation's Response

The government has taken many steps to protect our country against future terrorist attacks. At airports
there is extra security. News stations monitor our safety status. However, what have they done to protect our
computers from a cyber attack? The government protection plan takes several different formats, and extends
beyond just prevention to proactive strategies for minimizing damage from cyber attacks.



Unit - Grade 8: Cyber Security

Students review what they already know and understand about malware. They examine cyber security issues ranging from a personal to national level. Students create and publish a Public Service Announcement (PSA) to inform others of the steps to prevent cyber security issues. Students accurately use domain-specific words and phrases in their PSA.

Lesson - Homeland Security

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 8 - Reference Page: Defining the Problem of Cyber Terrorism

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 9 - Reference Page: Cyber Terrorism and the Internet

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 10 - Reference Page: Cyber Security and You

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 11 - Reference Page: A Nation's Response

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 12 - Worksheet: Critical Thinking: Homeland Security

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 13 - Empowerment: Address the Issue: Solutions to Homeland Security Threats

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

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Student Handout 10 - Reference Page: Cyber Security and You

Do you know that you can do your part to protect your country? Protection against a cyber terrorist attack
begins at home. Ensuring that your personal computer is secure could play a crucial role in protecting the
national Internet infrastructure. Attacks of all kinds can take advantage of home computers. Denial of service,
virus and worms, all make use of the home computer and can cause untold damage and downtime nationally.
However, by taking a few simple steps average home computer users (meaning you) can have safe, protected



Unit - Grade 8: Cyber Security

Students review what they already know and understand about malware. They examine cyber security issues ranging from a personal to national level. Students create and publish a Public Service Announcement (PSA) to inform others of the steps to prevent cyber security issues. Students accurately use domain-specific words and phrases in their PSA.

Lesson - Homeland Security

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 8 - Reference Page: Defining the Problem of Cyber Terrorism

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 9 - Reference Page: Cyber Terrorism and the Internet

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 10 - Reference Page: Cyber Security and You

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 11 - Reference Page: A Nation's Response

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 12 - Worksheet: Critical Thinking: Homeland Security

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 13 - Empowerment: Address the Issue: Solutions to Homeland Security Threats

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

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Student Handout 9 - Reference Page: Cyber Terrorism and the Internet

The computer has become a powerful tool for use by anyone. The Internet has opened new boundaries and
frontiers. Communication, expression of ideas, information, all are available nearly instantaneously. However,
as you can imagine, such a powerful tool can be used for bad things too. Computers can be vulnerable
to viruses, worms, Trojans, hacking, etc. As Americans rely more and more on computers the possibilities
and opportunities for abuse abound.



Unit - Grade 8: Cyber Security

Students review what they already know and understand about malware. They examine cyber security issues ranging from a personal to national level. Students create and publish a Public Service Announcement (PSA) to inform others of the steps to prevent cyber security issues. Students accurately use domain-specific words and phrases in their PSA.

Lesson - Homeland Security

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 8 - Reference Page: Defining the Problem of Cyber Terrorism

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 9 - Reference Page: Cyber Terrorism and the Internet

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 10 - Reference Page: Cyber Security and You

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 11 - Reference Page: A Nation's Response

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 12 - Worksheet: Critical Thinking: Homeland Security

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 13 - Empowerment: Address the Issue: Solutions to Homeland Security Threats

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

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Student Handout 8 - Reference Page: Defining the Problem of Cyber Terrorism

This article has lots of definitions for it, and you have to decide for yourself what the correct one is.
Pay close attention—some articles have answers to more than one question.



Unit - Grade 8: Cyber Security

Students review what they already know and understand about malware. They examine cyber security issues ranging from a personal to national level. Students create and publish a Public Service Announcement (PSA) to inform others of the steps to prevent cyber security issues. Students accurately use domain-specific words and phrases in their PSA.

Lesson - Homeland Security

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 8 - Reference Page: Defining the Problem of Cyber Terrorism

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 9 - Reference Page: Cyber Terrorism and the Internet

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 10 - Reference Page: Cyber Security and You

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 11 - Reference Page: A Nation's Response

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 12 - Worksheet: Critical Thinking: Homeland Security

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 13 - Empowerment: Address the Issue: Solutions to Homeland Security Threats

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

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Lesson - Homeland Security

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Lesson Objectives

Students will:
• apply knowledge and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e., viruses and worms), to information on cyber terrorism
• be able to identify and comprehend the utilization of the Internet in cyber terrorism and cyber warfare



Unit - Grade 8: Cyber Security

Unit - Grade 8: Cyber Security

Students review what they already know and understand about malware. They examine cyber security issues ranging from a personal to national level. Students create and publish a Public Service Announcement (PSA) to inform others of the steps to prevent cyber security issues. Students accurately use domain-specific words and phrases in their PSA.

Lesson - Homeland Security

Lesson - Homeland Security

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 8 - Reference Page: Defining the Problem of Cyber Terrorism

Student Handout 8 - Reference Page: Defining the Problem of Cyber Terrorism

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 9 - Reference Page: Cyber Terrorism and the Internet

Student Handout 9 - Reference Page: Cyber Terrorism and the Internet

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 10 - Reference Page: Cyber Security and You

Student Handout 10 - Reference Page: Cyber Security and You

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 11 - Reference Page: A Nation's Response

Student Handout 11 - Reference Page: A Nation's Response

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 12 - Worksheet: Critical Thinking: Homeland Security

Student Handout 12 - Worksheet: Critical Thinking: Homeland Security

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

Student Handout 13 - Empowerment: Address the Issue: Solutions to Homeland Security Threats

Student Handout 13 - Empowerment: Address the Issue: Solutions to Homeland Security Threats

Students examine the issue of cyber terrorism. They identify ways that the Internet is used in acts of cyber terrorism and cyber warfare. They acquire and use domain-specific terms and concepts such as hacking, steganography, malicious code (i.e. viruses and worms) Students think critically and build upon others' ideas in group discussions. They devise preventative measures against cyber attacks.

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Student Handout 7 - Reference Page: Understanding Peer-to-Peer Networking

Downloading music from the Internet became popular when millions first used Napster to download their
favorite songs rather than trekking to a store to buy the CD. Although Napster has now transitioned to a legal
download service, most peer-to-peer (P2P) networks are primarily used to illegally download music, movies,
and software.



Unit - Grade 8: Cyber Security

Students review what they already know and understand about malware. They examine cyber security issues ranging from a personal to national level. Students create and publish a Public Service Announcement (PSA) to inform others of the steps to prevent cyber security issues. Students accurately use domain-specific words and phrases in their PSA.

Lesson - Security Risks of P2P File Sharing

Students come to understand that peer-to-peer (P2P) networks and file-sharing technologies pose security risks. They discuss examples of P2P networks, identify security risks and determine ways to prevent security issues.

Student Handout 7 - Reference Page: Understanding Peer-to-Peer Networking

Students come to understand that peer-to-peer (P2P) networks and file-sharing technologies pose security risks. They discuss examples of P2P networks, identify security risks and determine ways to prevent security issues.

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Lesson - Security Risks of P2P File Sharing

Description

Lesson Objectives

Students will:
   • understand the term peer-to-peer networking (P2P)
   • understand the security risks associated with P2P networks
   • share the knowledge about P2P networks and their security risks with others



Unit - Grade 8: Cyber Security

Unit - Grade 8: Cyber Security

Students review what they already know and understand about malware. They examine cyber security issues ranging from a personal to national level. Students create and publish a Public Service Announcement (PSA) to inform others of the steps to prevent cyber security issues. Students accurately use domain-specific words and phrases in their PSA.

Lesson - Security Risks of P2P File Sharing

Lesson - Security Risks of P2P File Sharing

Students come to understand that peer-to-peer (P2P) networks and file-sharing technologies pose security risks. They discuss examples of P2P networks, identify security risks and determine ways to prevent security issues.

Student Handout 7 - Reference Page: Understanding Peer-to-Peer Networking

Student Handout 7 - Reference Page: Understanding Peer-to-Peer Networking

Students come to understand that peer-to-peer (P2P) networks and file-sharing technologies pose security risks. They discuss examples of P2P networks, identify security risks and determine ways to prevent security issues.

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Lesson - Point of Attack: Malware

Description

Lesson Objectives

Students will develop an understanding the issues surrounding malware and secure e-mail protocol, and the necessity of enabling computer security functions to ensure computer security.



Unit - Grade 8: Cyber Security

Unit - Grade 8: Cyber Security

Students review what they already know and understand about malware. They examine cyber security issues ranging from a personal to national level. Students create and publish a Public Service Announcement (PSA) to inform others of the steps to prevent cyber security issues. Students accurately use domain-specific words and phrases in their PSA.

Lesson - Point of Attack: Malware

Lesson - Point of Attack: Malware

Students build knowledge and understanding of malware and cybersecurity protocol through close reading of informational text and collaborative discussion. Students also use graphic organizers to aide in comprehension. They practice informed decision-making by responding to a series of cyber security scenarios.

Student Handout 1 - Worksheet: KEWL Chart

Student Handout 1 - Worksheet: KEWL Chart

Students build knowledge and understanding of malware and cybersecurity protocol through close reading of informational text and collaborative discussion. Students also use graphic organizers to aide in comprehension. They practice informed decision-making by responding to a series of cyber security scenarios.

Student Handout 2 - Survey: Cyber Security Scenarios

Student Handout 2 - Survey: Cyber Security Scenarios

Students build knowledge and understanding of malware and cybersecurity protocol through close reading of informational text and collaborative discussion. Students also use graphic organizers to aide in comprehension. They practice informed decision-making by responding to a series of cyber security scenarios.

Student Handout 3 - Worksheet: Cyber Security Crossword Puzzle

Student Handout 3 - Worksheet: Cyber Security Crossword Puzzle

Students build knowledge and understanding of malware and cybersecurity protocol through close reading of informational text and collaborative discussion. Students also use graphic organizers to aide in comprehension. They practice informed decision-making by responding to a series of cyber security scenarios.

Student Handout 4 - Reference Page: Malicious Programs

Student Handout 4 - Reference Page: Malicious Programs

Students build knowledge and understanding of malware and cybersecurity protocol through close reading of informational text and collaborative discussion. Students also use graphic organizers to aide in comprehension. They practice informed decision-making by responding to a series of cyber security scenarios.

Student Handout 5 - Reference Page: Computer Security & Prevention Tips

Student Handout 5 - Reference Page: Computer Security & Prevention Tips

Students build knowledge and understanding of malware and cybersecurity protocol through close reading of informational text and collaborative discussion. Students also use graphic organizers to aide in comprehension. They practice informed decision-making by responding to a series of cyber security scenarios.

Student Handout 6 - Reference Page: More Cyber Security Terms to Know

Student Handout 6 - Reference Page: More Cyber Security Terms to Know

Students build knowledge and understanding of malware and cybersecurity protocol through close reading of informational text and collaborative discussion. Students also use graphic organizers to aide in comprehension. They practice informed decision-making by responding to a series of cyber security scenarios.

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