This module is part of a research project in partial fulfilment of author's Instructional Design degree.
This 1 to 2 hour introductory learning module is a also a academic research project. It focuses on foundational knowledge and practical application to enhance the learners' ability to identify and manage common cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
The module consists of three lessons. An introduction to cybersecurity vulnerabilities, vulnerability management with an emphasis on vulnerability identification, and common challenges.
The content consists of instructional text, instructional videos, and video demonstrations. There is also a link to an optional, free, third-party lab, as well as lesson knowledge checks and reflections.
Hello. My name is Alan Bringardner. I am a cybersecurity course instructor currently working on an Instructional Design degree.
This learning module/research project is part of my capstone for that program. I hope it is a meaningful learning experience for you!Thank you for your interest!
Instructional Goals
To improve learners' critical thinking in identifying cybersecurity weaknesses and understanding their consequences in various digital contexts.
Research Focus
This study examines the core knowledge needed by learners to effectively detect vulnerabilities after engaging with the module.
Secondly, the study seeks to understand the learner experience with the module.
Impact Measurement
Assessment tools are integrated to evaluate the overall impact of the module on the learners' cybersecurity vulnerability identification skills' requisite knowledge.
A post module survey will be used to gather data towards the learner experience goal.
Eligibility
Participants can not have a WGU affiliation.
Participants can not have an advanced degree in cybersecurity.
Participants should not have accumulated 3 years in a purely vulnerability management role.
Participants
All participipation is voluntary.
Participants are free to leave the module/study at any time.
The form below will invoke your default email client and populate a new access request message, or you can email me directly at: LXD_study@itsavants.com to avoid the insecure data transmission warning message that may result from populating an email from the browser.
You can also message me on LinkedIn. I will create a student account and the learning management system will email you an invitation to participate.
Learners will need to complete the short (6 question) preassessment to unlock the course content.
Data Security
No personall information shall be collected for this study. However, a valid email account is required to register with Canvas, which host the module and requires registration.
Assessment and Survey data will be stored on a dedicated encrypted USB drive for the minimum time required. This data will be associated with a student code.
The sole purpose of any data collected is this study/academic project. It will not be used beyond that or disseminated in any way.