Cybersecurity Awareness Workshop (Grades 4-5)
The Saturday Cybersecurity Awareness Workshop for Grades 4-5 provides a fun and interactive learning experience for girls and boys who are interested in technology, computers, and cybersecurity. Undergraduate students will lead engaging activities that will introduce participants to the basics of cybersecurity and computer science. This event is designed to improve critical thinking skills and offer students an introduction to computing and security. We will accept up to 40 students for this event.
Program
Undergraduate students will lead you through interactive presentations and exciting workshops. You will engage in fun, hands-on activities that will allow you to become a smarter computer user and that will teach you some of the basic concepts in computer science!
- Welcome and Icebreaker Activities
- Groups rotate through hands-on activities in various topics
- Lunch (included)
- Closing Ceremony
Includes an interactive review of the day's activities and recognition for participation (Parents are strongly urged to attend this session).
Program Location
Computer Science Instructional Center
University of Maryland, College Park
Directions and Parking Information will be provided to accepted applicants closer to the date.
Apply
Applications will be available beginning September 2, 2014.
Program Cost
Program cost is $25, which includes lunch and a t-shirt. Payment will be required once the applicant is accepted to the program.
If you have any questions or want to be put on the mailing list for future events, please contact:
Ashlyn Vander Woude
Graduate Assistant for Education
Maryland Cybersecurity Center
avwoude@umiacs.umd.edu
(301)-405-6735