The Importance of Authenticity in Cyber Security Training and Education

Macfarlane, Rich; Mata de Acuna, Juan

Abstract

The knowledge gap between academy and industry is a challenging issue that educators face every day. In the field of cyber security, it is important that students understand the need of adapting and acquiring new skills that allow them to put their theory knowledge to use in their future jobs. Using pedagogy-led techniques such as authentic immersive environments for Cyber Security Teaching and Training can have a large impact on the quality of higher level education both in adacemia and industry.

Citation

Macfarlane, R., & Mata de Acuna, J. (2019, November). The Importance of Authenticity in Cyber Security Training and Education. Presented at JISC Security Conference, Newcastle, England

• Presentation Conference Type: Presentation / Talk
• Conference Name: JISC Security Conference
• Start Date: Nov 5, 2019
• End Date: Nov 6, 2019
• Deposit Date: May 8, 2020
• Keywords: Pedagogy, VIrtualisation, Cyber, SOC
• Public URL: http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2661105
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