Teaching Cyber Security with the Arkansas Range | Module 5 - Windows Hosts

There are several methods for securing a Windows machine, but one of the most critical is making sure each system has proper account management principles in place. Unfortunately, many organizations fail to follow best practices when it comes to account management, putting their systems and data at risk. Prepare to learn how Microsoft Active Directory can be used to help an organization establish consistent policies, some of the best practices regarding account management, and general Windows host security.

Windows Hosts is the fifth module in the Teaching Cyber Security with the Arkansas Range series. This series of trainings will cover the eight curriculum modules developed through a partnership with the Arkansas Department of Education, the University of Central Arkansas, Metova Federal, and the National Integrated Cyber Education Research Center. It is the intent of the course to present learners with a series of real-world challenges that will illustrate the practical, operational, and ethical issues of working in this kind of space.

Teaching Cyber Security with the Arkansas Range | Module 6 - Linux Hosts

Christopher Wright of Citadel Systems shares the history of UNIX and Linux and its development through time. He also discusses popular distributions such as Red Hat and Ubuntu and why they are attractive to different users. The LAMP stack and software management tools such as APT and YUM are also explored. Then Mr. Wright gives an overview of some of the lab activities included in this module.

Linux Hosts is the sixth module in the Teaching Cyber Security with the Arkansas Range series. This series of trainings will cover the eight curriculum modules developed through a partnership with the Arkansas Department of Education, the University of Central Arkansas, Metova Federal, and the National Integrated Cyber Education Research Center. It is the intent of the course to present learners with a series of real-world challenges that will illustrate the practical, operational, and ethical issues of working in this kind of space.

Teaching Cyber Security with the Arkansas Range | Module 7 - Network Services

Securing network services is a multi-faceted endeavor. Dr. Chuck Gardner begins by explaining some industry basics regarding security concepts then explores the vulnerabilities and options for securing: emails, web applications, remote access, and DNS security.  He concludes with an overview of the logging lab activity.

Network Services is the seventh module in the Teaching Cyber Security with the Arkansas Range series. This series of trainings will cover the eight curriculum modules developed through a partnership with the Arkansas Department of Education, the University of Central Arkansas, Metova Federal, and the National Integrated Cyber Education Research Center. It is the intent of the course to present learners with a series of real-world challenges that will illustrate the practical, operational, and ethical issues of working in this kind of space.

Teaching Cyber Security with the Arkansas Range | Module 8 - Forensics

Network administrators can prevent most attacks on a network, but when an incident occurs, their response to the incident is critical. After an event has occurred, critical strategies for event detection, system logging and monitoring, and analysis of network traffic all need to work together to resolve the incident and shore up network defenses. From knowing normal to constructing the timeline of a security incident, the Forensics module ties together all of the best practices from previous modules in the series.

Forensics is the eighth module in the Teaching Cyber Security with the Arkansas Range series. This series of trainings will cover the eight curriculum modules developed through a partnership with the Arkansas Department of Education, the University of Central Arkansas, Metova Federal, and the National Integrated Cyber Education Research Center. It is the intent of the course to present learners with a series of real-world challenges that will illustrate the practical, operational, and ethical issues of working in this kind of space.

CTE - Keyboarding/KeyCode Approval Code Module

Keyboarding is the foundation for developing entry-level skills for business careers. Educators teaching Keyboarding help students learn the touch operation of alphanumeric/keyboard characters and develop speed and accuracy through effective keyboarding techniques.

Educators teaching KeyCode lead students in examining how to formulate algorithms, in addition to solving real-world problems by creating, analyzing, testing, and debugging computer programs.

The activities in this course are designed to prepare and equip educators to teach the Keyboarding and KeyCode standards efficiently and effectively. You will be introduced to fundamental standards, but not every standard will be covered. 

Note: Once an educator has completed the Keyboarding/KeyCode course, a member of DCTE will verify the licensing of the educator and provide the Licensure Department with the information needed to obtain the Keyboarding/KeyCode Approval Code.

Financial Literacy Unit One: Money, Budgeting, and Banking

A degree of financial literacy is necessary in order to become financially successful and maintain that success. In this course Jennifer Wray, a National Board Certified Family and Consumer Sciences teacher from Valley View High School, delves into the basics of financial literacy. Ms. Wray begins by describing the functions and roles of money, taxation, pay, and interest. She digs deeper into the basics of finance, examining things like attainable goals and how to make good budgeting and banking choices. Throughout the course Ms. Wray encourages participants to research all options before any financial decision.

This course is the first in a series of five financial literacy courses. The series is a prerequisite to the 2017 Arkansas CTE face-to-face summer training, but is a great resource for anyone looking to become more knowledgeable about finances. Anyone seeking to become more financially literate or desiring a financial literacy certification is encouraged to participate in this series. 

This course was recorded on March 21, 2017 at AETN studios in Conway, Arkansas.

Financial Literacy Unit Two: Credit

Gaining and maintaining good credit can open many doors and aid in reaching goals, while bad credit can cause trouble. In this course Jennifer Wray, a National Board Certified Family and Consumer Sciences teacher from Valley View High School, examines the world of credit. Ms. Wray shares some general information about credit, such as what credit is, costs associated with credit, and the function of credit scores. She also describes several specific types of credit in more detail. When speaking about different types of loans and credit cards she includes information about avoiding harassment and theft, as well as best practices and strategies for building and maintaining good credit.

This course is the second in a series of five financial literacy courses. The series is a prerequisite to the 2017 Arkansas CTE face-to-face summer training, but is a great resource for anyone looking to become more knowledgeable about finances. Anyone seeking to become more financially literate or desiring a financial literacy certification is encouraged to participate in this series. 

This course was recorded on March 22, 2017 at AETN studios in Conway, Arkansas.

Financial Literacy Unit Three: Insurance

In this course Jennifer Wray, a National Board Certified Family and Consumer Sciences teacher from Valley View High School, discusses six types of insurance, describing the purpose, coverage, and potential costs of each. As she walks participants through the complex world of insurance, Ms. Wray defines several industry-specific terms and shares many strategies for lowering costs and minimizing risks. Throughout the course she also expands on why and/or when someone would need these different types of insurance.

This course is the third in a series of five financial literacy courses. The series is a prerequisite to the 2017 Arkansas CTE face-to-face summer training, but is a great resource for anyone looking to become more knowledgeable about finances. Anyone seeking to become more financially literate or desiring a financial literacy certification is encouraged to participate in this series. 

This course was recorded on March 22, 2017 at AETN studios in Conway, Arkansas.

Financial Literacy Unit Four: Investing

The stock market can seem so complex and intimidating that many people, understandably, avoid the risky venture altogether. In this course Jennifer Wray, a National Board Certified Family and Consumer Sciences teacher from Valley View High School, demystifies the stock market. She explains industry-specific terminology, describes types of markets and investment products, and even shares a few investment strategies. Throughout the course Ms. Wray thoroughly clarifies the risks and benefits involved in different investment products and options.

This course is the fourth in a series of five financial literacy courses. The series is a prerequisite to the 2017 Arkansas CTE face-to-face summer training, but is a great resource for anyone looking to become more knowledgeable about finances. Anyone seeking to become more financially literate or desiring a financial literacy certification is encouraged to participate in this series. 

This course was recorded on March 23, 2017 at AETN studios in Conway, Arkansas.

Financial Literacy Unit Five: Money Management and Financial Planning

Money can be a touchy subject many people tend to avoid in conversation. In this course Jennifer Wray, a National Board Certified Family and Consumer Sciences teacher from Valley View High School, shares her knowledge of money management and financial planning. Ms. Wray explores how different types of taxes and loans work, discussing important knowledge for financial success in every stage of life. She also highlights the importance of planning for future financial security, sharing insight on college savings, retirement options, and wills. In the final segment of this course Ms. Wray describes the W!SE Financial Literacy Certification Program and explains the next step for CTE teachers seeking certification.

This is the final course in a series of five financial literacy courses. The series is a prerequisite to the 2017 Arkansas CTE face-to-face summer training, but is a great resource for anyone looking to become more knowledgeable about finances. Anyone seeking to become more financially literate or desiring a financial literacy certification is encouraged to participate in this series. 

This course was recorded on March 21, 2017 at AETN studios in Conway, Arkansas.