Module 11: Trends
Module 11 Hands-on Activity
Overview
Individual students write concise reports on a recent trend in the sector they have been studying.
Objectives
| Module 11 Learning Objective # | Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy | Hands-On Activity Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| 11.1 | Understand | Identify emerging trends and demonstrate an understanding of emerging technologies. |
| 11.2 | Understand | Understand the Internet of Things (IoT) and how it expands the cyber “attack surface.” |
| 11.3 | Understand | Be able to make educated predictions of what the future might look like for the cybersecurity critical infrastructure framework. |
| 11.4 | Understand | Discuss ethical issues that can arise in relation to new technology and new defense strategies. |
Based on your team’s investigation of your chosen sector and created fictitious organization, research recent trends in cybersecurity relevant to your team’s selected sector. Identify at least 5 references on relevant trends.
Assignment Options
- Write a short paper describing your findings on how these trends will impact your sector.
- Prepare 2–3 presentation slides on your findings on how these trends will impact your sector.
Grading Criteria Rubric
- Content
- Evidence of teamwork
- References
- Use of American Psychological Association (APA) style in writing the assignment
Grade Points: 100
