About the Course
In a world where our digital presence is integral to daily life, safeguarding personal information and navigating the online landscape responsibly is paramount. "Guarding Your Galaxy" is a comprehensive cybersecurity course designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills needed to protect your data, your privacy, and your presence in the digital realm. This course consists of four dynamic workshops:
Digital Fortresses: Safeguarding Your Personal Data
-Learn to identify and fortify against potential threats to your personal data.
-Explore and customize privacy settings on popular platforms for enhanced protection.
Social Sentinel: Navigating the Cyber Social Landscape
-Simulate and resist social engineering attacks to fortify your defenses.
-Conduct a privacy audit on social media platforms to control your online presence.
Crypto Guardians: Managing Your Digital Wallet, Money and Online Assets
-Gain insights into cryptocurrency basics and secure digital wallet practices.
-Engage in simulated online transactions, emphasizing secure financial practices.
-Explore NFC, NIL, and fractional ownership, and how to protect your investments.
"Galaxy" Hygiene Bootcamp: Building Habits for a Safer Digital Life
-Create and manage strong passwords with effective password management techniques
-Conduct a device security check to ensure a secure digital environment.
Your Instructor
Bryan Eldridge
With an accomplished career as an educator, AI practitioner, and leading emerging technology educator, Bryan brings a uniquely strong passion to the area of applying cutting edge technology to the art of delivering quality instruction. Bryan holds an M.Ed. in Computer Based Education from the University of Georgia and a B.S. in Mathematics from the University of Kentucky. He has dozens of publications spanning both the educational and emerging technology realms, and has designed over fifty degree, certificate, and bootcamp programs in emerging technologies.