2024-06-08, 10:00–10:45, Track 3 (Moody Rm 102)
This presentation offers a fresh perspective on imparting digital citizenship education to elementary students by integrating traditional folklore into cyber teachings. Weaving captivating tales and timeless wisdom with essential cyber safety principles empowers young learners to navigate the digital landscape responsibly. This approach aims to foster a deeper understanding of online risks and encourage proactive strategies for safe and ethical online behavior.
Embark on a captivating journey into the world of "Cyber Safeguarding Through Folklore" with this dynamic presentation. Imagine merging the timeless tale of "The Three Little Pigs" with essential lessons in digital citizenship. This innovative lesson plan, "Meeting the 3 Pigs: A Cyber Adventure," cleverly aligns with the classic story, offering elementary students an immersive experience in cyber safety education.
In this session, delve into the creative process behind this unique approach, showcasing how traditional folklore can be a powerful tool for teaching modern-day digital literacy. By intertwining engaging narratives with practical cyber safety principles, attendees will learn how to empower young learners to navigate the online world confidently and responsibly.
Explore the intersection of storytelling and cyber education, and discover how this innovative approach can revolutionize digital citizenship instruction in elementary classrooms. Whether you're an educator seeking fresh teaching strategies or a cyber enthusiast intrigued by the fusion of tradition and technology, this session promises valuable insights and inspiration.
Dr. J is the Education Lead for the Women's Society of Cyberjutsu, Alamo Chapter, and is the founder of Cyber for Rural Texas. Additionally, she specializes in cyber mission planning, purple teaming, and integrating intelligence into cyber operations. She has experience in threat hunting, purple teaming, ICS, and cyber threat intelligence and is experienced in incident response. Dr. J is passionate about mentoring and growing others in cyber and serves as a technical mentor for the local Cyber Patriot team.