Introduction to Cybersecurity U.S. 2021
Winners
We are delighted to announce the winners of the Introduction to Cybersecurity US 2021:
Alex Brightman, Middleton High School, 87 Student Participants
Abayomi Wilson, Windham Technical High School, 39 Student Participants
Ron Cudworth, Monroe Career & Technical Institute, 37 Student Participants
Robbie Davis, SE Missouri State University (Higher Education), 130 Student Participants
James Gruich, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College (Higher Education), 87 Student Participants
Kelly Caudle, Stanly Community College, 86 Student Participants
Katelyn Boyer, City of Fergus Falls, 8 Student Participants
Participate in the Learn-A-Thon Introduction to Cybersecurity US 2021 to prepare students for a successful and lucrative career in technology from Cybersecurity to IoT. Academies can be part of the change and help fill the global skills shortage to build the technology workforce of tomorrow. Upskilling students is easy, low in cost and only takes two weeks through the Learn-A-Thon campaign.
The Introduction to Cybersecurity Learn-A-Thon
Length of Learn-A-Thon
Participate in the Learn-A-Thon from 25th January until 13th February 2021
15-hour self-paced intro course
Explores cyber trends, threats and staying safe in cyberspace. Multiple activities and quizzes engage students and reinforce learning.
Benefits of Intro to Cybersecurity
Teaches how to protect personal data and privacy online & in social media. Discusses why more IT jobs require cybersecurity knowledge and understanding.
Free to join
The cost to join the Learn-A-Thon is free.
In-Demand Skills
When you teach cybersecurity, you provide your students with valuable skills companies continually seek from candidates.
Level
Beginner.
Incentives for students to join the Learn-A-Thon
Students who participate in the Learn-A-Thon and pass the Intro to Cybersecurity course exam with a 70% or above on the first attempt will be awarded a Cisco Intro to Cybersecurity digital badge.
Students that participate in the Learn-A-Thon will receive a Cisco Learn-A-Thon experience digital badge
A Cisco digital badge is an emblem distinguishing an achievement that can be shared and validated digitally on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Xing, via Email, shared link, embed code into web page or blog.
After the Learn-A-Thon, we encourage students to continue on their Cybersecurity journey by taking the Cybersecurity Essentials course as a next step.
Timeline
Awards
Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 Instructors with the most Student Participants in each of the 3 following organizational categories: High school, Higher Education (Community College, University), and Community Based/NGO
- 1st place: Camera, Tablet, Mic Bundle
- 1) Camera: Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920, Widescreen Video Calling and Recording, 1080p Camera, Desktop or Laptop Webcam
- 2) Tablet: Wacom CTL4100 Intuos Graphics Drawing Tablet with Software, 7.9″ X 6.3″
- 3) Mic: Blue Yeti USB Mic for Recording & Streaming on PC and Mac, 3 Condenser Capsules, 4 Pickup Patterns, Headphone Output and Volume Control, Mic Gain Control, Adjustable Stand, Plug & Play – Blackout
- 2nd place: Camera: Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920, Widescreen Video Calling and Recording, 1080p Camera, Desktop or Laptop Webcam
- 3rd place: Tablet: Wacom CTL4100 Intuos Graphics Drawing Tablet with Software, 7.9″ X 6.3″
- 1st place: Camera, Tablet, Mic Bundle
- 1) Camera: Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920, Widescreen Video Calling and Recording, 1080p Camera, Desktop or Laptop Webcam
- 2) Tablet: Wacom CTL4100 Intuos Graphics Drawing Tablet with Software, 7.9″ X 6.3″
- 3) Mic: Blue Yeti USB Mic for Recording & Streaming on PC and Mac, 3 Condenser Capsules, 4 Pickup Patterns, Headphone Output and Volume Control, Mic Gain Control, Adjustable Stand, Plug & Play – Blackout
- 2nd place: Camera: Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920, Widescreen Video Calling and Recording, 1080p Camera, Desktop or Laptop Webcam
- 3rd place: Tablet: Wacom CTL4100 Intuos Graphics Drawing Tablet with Software, 7.9″ X 6.3″
- 1st place: Camera, Tablet, Mic Bundle
- 1) Camera: Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920, Widescreen Video Calling and Recording, 1080p Camera, Desktop or Laptop Webcam
- 2) Tablet: Wacom CTL4100 Intuos Graphics Drawing Tablet with Software, 7.9″ X 6.3″
- 3) Mic: Blue Yeti USB Mic for Recording & Streaming on PC and Mac, 3 Condenser Capsules, 4 Pickup Patterns, Headphone Output and Volume Control, Mic Gain Control, Adjustable Stand, Plug & Play – Blackout
- 2nd place: Camera: Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920, Widescreen Video Calling and Recording, 1080p Camera, Desktop or Laptop Webcam
- 3rd place: Tablet: Wacom CTL4100 Intuos Graphics Drawing Tablet with Software, 7.9″ X 6.3″
How Academies Join the Learn-A-Thon
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Registration
The Learn-A-Thon is open to NetAcad Academies across U.S. who are able to host the event over a two-week period on campus
Registration is close
Promotion
Download these files to promote Cybersecurity Learn-A-Thon in your academy.
