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Cyber.org is a free curriculum warehouse for K-12 teachers. It is provided by NICERC in partnership with the Department of Homeland Security and was created to help develop a growing workforce in the Cyber Security field. Teachers need only sign up at Cyber.org to access the free Cyber Security-related curriculum options. Use the information below to get started using this resource.
The Curriculum Modules
The Curriculum Modules
Modules contain presentations, teacher notes, unit overviews, project guidelines, student handouts, and more. Teachers must have a validated account using a school email address to access the curriculum. Below is a screenshot of the curriculum dashboard. Notice how the modules have content for grades K-12.
Screenshot taken from Curriculum Dashboard in the Cyber.org curriculum warehouse.
Elementary Sample
Elementary Sample
Click the image to access curriculum samples.
Middle School Sample
Middle School Sample
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High School Sample
High School Sample
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On the Cyber.org landing page under the Families section are units of study to support learning about cyber safety. These 'Keys' are available without a login.
Screenshot taken from the Cyber.org website.
Screenshot taken from the Cyber.org website.
Cyber.org has a collection of Cyber Safety videos (located under the Families heading). Each video is 3 minutes or less and is appropriate for all grade levels. Each video is linked below, or click the heading to navigate to the Cyber.org page.
Internet of Things
Making Strong Passwords
Online Gaming
Phishing
Ransomware
Social Media Safety
Video Call Safety
Careers in Cyber Security are a rapidly growing option. Cyber.org has an entire section devoted to exploring the many career opportunities, the education requirements, and the average salary.
Screenshot taken from the Cyber.org website.
Updated: 5/23/23 JC
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