Cyber Science Posts

Cyber Victoria Schools Challenge

Cyber Victoria Schools Challenge

The Cyber Victoria Schools Challenge is available to all schools and tertiary institutions in Victoria. School participation for the 2018 challenge will close on May 14, 2018. School participation completed after May 14 will be eligible for the 2019 challenge round. Supported by the Victorian Government, the challenge aims to ignite student interest and awareness in cyber security careers through participating in the online Cyber Security Experience. Click here to register

Exploring Cyber Challenges in the Classroom

Exploring Cyber Challenges in the Classroom

Within the Optus Cyber Security Experience there are a range of cyber challenges found in the “Field Trips” tab of the dashboard that are ready for use in the classroom. The challenges can be completed individually or in pairs, in the classroom or for homework.

  • Requirements: Device with internet connection, individual student registration with the Optus Cyber Security program – REGISTER HERE
  • Age: Suitable for Years 8-12
  • Time: 40 mins for all challenges (can be completed as individual tasks)
  • Answers: Hints are available in the program or a Teacher’s  Answers Guide is available on the Optus Cyber Security teacher dashboard. 

Steve Morrill – Leading US Cyber Science Educator – Coming to a Professional Learning Near You

Steve Morrill – Leading US Cyber Science Educator – Coming to a Professional Learning Near You

LifeJourney, the Australian Council for Computers in Education (ACCE) and Day of STEM partners are delighted to announce Steve Morrill, a leading US educator in Cyber Science, is coming to Australia for the first time to facilitate a series of professional learning opportunities for Australian teachers.