Curated OER
What is a Computer Crime?
An important lesson plan on cybercrimes is here for you. In it, young computer users learn about how people commit crimes on computers by hacking into accounts, and stealing personal information from people. Some excellent discussion...
Google
Be Internet Awesome
Teach the qualities of a digitally smart citizen with a set of lesson plans created by Google. Along with creating strong passwords, learners explore how to protect their privacy, when to stand up for others against cyberbullying,...
Curated OER
Respecting Diversity- The Road to Tolerance
Middle schoolers use a graphic organizer to find similarities and differences in three religions. In this prejudice lesson, students understand the events leading up to the holocaust. Middle schoolers understand that people who respected...
Curated OER
Solve the Case!
Students discover the habits of panthers by solving fictitious crime mysteries. In this animal life lesson, students utilize their research from previous lessons to solve mysteries in a panther activity. Students answer...
US Department of Justice
U.s. Department of Justice: Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section
Discover information about computer crime, intellectual property, electronic evidence and other high-tech legal issues. Explore documents, reports, white papers, manuals, etc.
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National Conference of State Legislatures: Computer Crime Statutes
This resource contains a listing by state of laws concerning computer hacking and unauthorized access.
Department of Defense
Do Dea: Spreadsheet Software Applications: M1: L1: Computer Essentials
In Module 1 Lesson 1 of this course, students are introduced to the basic functions of computer system components, to some technical vocabulary, and they will learn about computer security, privacy, and crimes. They will also learn how...
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International High Technology Crime Investigation Association
This site is devoted to high technology crime investigations and contains training and seminars as well as a variety of resources.
NC State University
North Carolina State University: Ethics in Computing
This site contains a repository of information about a variety of computer ethics topics.
Common Sense Media
Common Sense Media: Cyber Smart! Student Curriculum Lesson: Can You Hack It? [Pdf]
Learners learn that computers and electronic files are property and explore the reasons for, consequences, and ethics of teen hacking. This ISTE-aligned lesson plan for Grades 6-8 includes student activity and Home Connection sheets....
Get Safe Online
Get Safe Online: Videos
There are many security threats today associated with internet use. This site presents some online videos that discuss security issues such as online rip-off schemes, protecting privacy, and protecting your computer from online attacks.
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Dfrws (Digital Forensic Research Workshop)
This site provides a variety of resources and information about digital forensics.
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National Cyber Forensics & Training Alliance
This site contains information about advanced training, security awareness in an effort to reduce cyber vulnerability, forensic and predictive analysis and lab analysis.
Other
Anonymity and Privacy on the Internet
A site that gives information on how to be anonymous and how to secure communications and files on the internet.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Defining Cyberwarfare in Hopes of Preventing It
Can you imagine a future where wars are fought not with bombs and bullets but computer viruses and pacemaker shutdowns? Cyberware is unique in that it is not covered by existing legal framework and it often inspires more questions than...
New York Times
New York Times: India's Call Center Talents Put to a Criminal Use: Swindling Americans
[Free Registration/Login Required] The availability of computer-savvy, young, English-speaking job seekers and efficient technology have contributed to the growth in cyber fraud against Americans.
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Symantec: Steganography Revealed
This article provides an overview of steganography as well as steganographic tools and techniques.
Get Safe Online
Get Safe Online: What Are the Risks?
There are many ways for online criminals to take advantage of internet users. They may invade your privacy, steal your identity, rob you of your wealth, and infect your computer. This site provides links to information that can be used...
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Safe teens.com: Online Safety Project
Find information on the internet as well as guidelines to follow in order to make surfing a fun and safe experience. The site also provides a link for parents to help them with children that will be using the internet.
Other
Department of Homeland Security: Protect Myself From Cyber Attacks
Use these steps to help devise a solution to counter a cyber attack.