Greetings Fellow Instructors!

In advance of the upcoming Security+ TTT series I wanted to ask the Instructor Community for their ideas, thoughts, and opinions about some of the tools of our instructional trade.

How do you 'break the ice' with the students in your classes?

What do you do as the instructor to tell the students about yourself and your experience?

How do you facilitate helping your students learn about others in the class?

As I teach virtual classes over Zoom and Webex I often use a start of course survey. I briefly introduce myself (please call me Brian; I'm your instructor; this is my email; and I'm in the eastern time zone) and ask then questions such as: their name (sometimes my registrar or Zoom/Webex inserts email addresses in class list); what they like to be called (nickname); where they are from (optional); and where they are in their journey (getting started or testing after last class). This isn't a mandatory survey and I get about a 75% response rate. I reach out to each student who doesn't respond within the first 2-3 days.

What do you do?

Brian

I just finished the final assessment in CompTIA Learn for CySA+, my score was 77%. In the Strengths and Weaknesses page, I am pretty much Proficient across the board, with one Expert and one Advanced.

Now, when I research a passing score on the CompTIA CySA+, it is listed as 750 on a scale of 100-900. I figure 750 is approximately 80% between 100 and 900, so it suggests a passing score is about 80%. Meaning I'm just shy of passing; on the other hand, it shows me a percentile of 86, which doesn't sound too bad.

So which is it? Am I barely passing, or doing pretty well? I kind of wish CompTIA Learn would use the same scale as the final exam so I had a better idea of where I stood!

With the impending start of our Masters in Cybersecurity Management in AY 24/25, IESEG School of Management is recruiting a permanent MIS faculty member with a focus on Cybersecurity for our Lille, France campus. We are looking for either a Teaching-Track faculty member (100% time, PhD and some ongoing research required) or a Professor of Practice (~70% time, Master's and ongoing professional activity required). If you or anyone you know is interested, please apply using the appropriate link below:

Teaching-Track: https://recruitment.ieseg.fr/jobs/3...ll-level-in-management-of-information-systems

Professor of Practice: https://recruitment.ieseg.fr/jobs/3...sor-of-practice-assistant-senior-or-principal

Kindly may some one send me ppt slides of security + 601

Where is a source for Network+ 008 PPT slides?

This just appeared in my mailbox from Steven Ostrowski at CompTIA..
Per the notification below -- "The two programs, CompTIA a+_ cyber and CompTIA a+_ network, are now available as Coursera Specialization Certificates. " . . . "The completion of each program prepares students to fast track their tech careers and have a head start training for the CompTIA Security+ certification or the CompTIA Network+ certification. Both globally recognized certifications prepare students for great-paying jobs in technology." Read the full email below.

"Learners can enhance knowledge of cybersecurity and networks, fast-track career options with CompTIA a+_ programs.

DOWNERS GROVE, ILL., Oct. 5, 2023 – CompTIA, the nonprofit association for the information technology (IT) industry and workforce, today released two new technology training programs available through Coursera, one of the world’s largest online learning platforms with more than 100 million learners globally.

The two programs, CompTIA a+_ cyber and CompTIA a+_ network, are now available as Coursera Specialization Certificates. The CompTIA A+ certification remains the global standard for entering technical support and help desk roles. The new CompTIA a+_ programs build on the global recognition of the CompTIA A+ certification and fast-track learners to pursue professional training in areas such as cybersecurity and networks.

“These new training programs are designed to help individuals expand their career options through gaining the digital skills and knowledge they need to succeed,” said Thomas Reilly, chief product officer at CompTIA. “We’re committed to delivering the foundational skills that industry requires as work continues to evolve.”

Each training program consists of three sections to help learners gain pre-professional technology skills. CompTIA a+_ cyber introduces learners to security support fundamentals in three sections that cover computers, networks, and applications. CompTIA a+_ network delivers foundational knowledge in three separate sections on network installation, network support, and application security support.

More than 9.4 million people work in technology-related jobs for either tech companies or other organizations that employ tech professionals, according to CompTIA research. The average annual salary of tech workers in the U.S. last year was $94,000. The median tech occupation wage is 125% higher than the median national wage in the U.S.

CompTIA’s new training programs can be accessed for free with a 7-day trial of Coursera Plus Subscription. After the free trial ends, users are charged the regular $49 monthly subscription fee by Coursera.
Users enrolled in the CompTIA programs have access to informative videos, interactive learning materials, and practice questions with extensive feedback. Each of the two new programs can be completed in approximately 20 hours.

No prior computer or network experience or prerequisites are needed to start the CompTIA a+_ cyber and CompTIA a+_ network training programs.

The completion of each program prepares students to fast track their tech careers and have a head start training for the CompTIA Security+ certification or the CompTIA Network+ certification. Both globally recognized certifications prepare students for great-paying jobs in technology.

About CompTIA
The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) is the world’s leading information technology (IT) certification and training body. CompTIA is a mission-driven organization committed to unlocking the potential of every student, career changer or professional seeking to begin or advance in a technology career. Each year CompTIA, directly and through its global network of partners, provides millions of people with training, education and certification. To learn more visit https://www.comptia.org/

Hi All,

We are a CompTIA Platinum Partner and we offer our students a blended experience featuring self paced online training alongside vitual live classroom delivery.

We use virtual live classrooms to supplement the self paced training, offer somehwere to ask questions and to offer exam prep advice.

Initially, we are looking to supplement our A+ and Data+ offering.

If you would be interested or know someone that is, please email me, [email protected].

All the best

Mark Wheatland
Head of Partnerships
Learning People

Hello! I'm a Program Manager for a training provider and CompTIA Partner and we are submitting a RFP, that of course is due tomorrow. The RFP requests some sample class schedules. We are basing them off the Presentation Planners that are in the Instructor Materials. Problem I can't access the instructor materials for Cloud Essentials+ or Linux+. (Yes I reached out to my Business Development Manager to get that fixed.) But, does anyone have the presentation planners for Cloud Essentials+ and Linux+? I don't need any other materials, only those planners. Thanks so much!

Hello,

I have begun looking at Cloud+ since we're expanding our curriculum to include Cloud. I was wondering if there were any plans to offer the Cloud+ TTT anytime soon? Or is it possible to get access to the prior TTT sessions for Cloud+?

Thanks,

John McConnell
CCBC / SUNY Poly

Huge thanks to Stephen

What's some good material on subnetting and what videos can I watch?

any thoughts.

Hello community members,

When does the Security+ TTT series begin? I thought
it was scheduled to begin 9/19/2023. If so, some how
I didn't register.

May I get someone to direct me to the registration
link.

Thanks.

The next TTT series is here!

Join the CompTIA Instructor Network and special guest RJ Sak as he Leads the DataSys+ TTT series. RJ will cover the exam objectives and provide hands on examples as you strengthen your cybersecurity analytics skills. We will discuss how to cover the content with students and suggest various labs to let students gain hands-on experience as they prepare for certification.

The CompTIA Data Systems certification exam will certify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to deploy, manage, and maintain databases, including employing the fundamentals of scripting and programming in a database environment while using security and business continuity best practices.

What: TTT Series - 10 Sessions
When: August 8 - September 7 2023, 7:00 - 9:00pm CDT
Who: RJ Sak, IT Manager, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
Where: ON24

Register NOW!

Penn State Beaver is seeking a part-time instructor to teach a remote non-credit Intro to Computer Concepts training loosely based on the ITF+ certification. This would be delivered to high school students. Details are below. If the schedule works and you have the right qualifications, there will be opportunities of Network+ and Security+ in future terms.

Live, remote instruction via Zoom MWF 8:50 am - 9:20 am.

No expectation of holding office hours, but students may be given assignments to work on during non-class dates.

Start is ASAP and runs through January 12. There will be no classes from December 20 - January 4, and additional days off during Thanksgiving.

Candidate does need to be able to obtain clearances to work with minors.
• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check (SP4-164)
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance Form (CY-113)
• Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check (Criminal History Report)

Apply here! https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/P...ime-Cybersecurity-Instructor_REQ_0000048774-3

Hello everyone,

When is the voucher expected to arrive?

Because @Stephen Schneiter didn't mention anything about the voucher's arrival during the sessions currently DataSys+.

The expected date for the voucher to arrive, and it has been a month since the end of CySA+ TTT series. I thought it was faster than before.

Hi Guys,

We have a client looking for a one off delivery for the CompTIA PenTest+ in Belfast, UK in December or January.

Travel and subsistence covered on top of delivery fees.

Any additional questions please let me know.

Have a great day,

Thanks
Alan

Hi all,

I am just wondering if anyone has any great ideas of what I might be able to do with elementary aged kids at an community event. I am looking for a quick 5-7 minute activity that the kids can do and learn a bit about cyber security. Previously I have had them make a cipher wheel and learn how to use it. I like the ability for them to take something physical home too. I am trying to also go low tech as it is an outdoor event and rather not have to deal with power or weather.

thanks.

Eagerly waiting to receive the voucher.

Does completing the Train the Trainer for the new version of a Certification cover Continuing Education requirements? I have a CISSP but the Comptia continuing education seems much more difficult to understand how to meet requirements. I am a full time IT Professional and I also teach college classes Comptia Security +, Palo Alto EDU 210, and coming soon Cisco Cyber Ops.

Hi Everyone-

IESEG School of Management will be starting a Masters in Cybersecurity Management in Sept 2024. While the courses aren't cert prep per se, they are aligned with certification and we expect the students to earn two certs. Therefore, I will probably be needing some certified instructors for a few courses (e.g., Pen Testing).

So, if you might be interested in teaching for us (in English) in Lille, France, please touch base with me at EMEACon or send me your CV at [email protected]. As we are AACSB accredited, our instructors must meet AQ requirements (PhD active in research or Masters and active practitioner). For vacataire/adjunct positions, we would probably be most interested in folks from the BeNeLux and possibly UK&I community (i.e., commuting distance). For visiting positions (intensive - 16h over 4 days), other regions could work.

Hoping to meet some of you at EMEACon.
-Jen

Hello Cinners,

Quick question about the this lab. A student is using a Mac and on question 9 on the third page,
"Switch to the Terminal window and then select Ctrl+C to stop the tcpdump capture" She tries to perform this on her mac and gets continuous C's acrorss the screen.

Is there a fix for this?

Thanks in advancce.

-Robert

Hi everyone,

I currently teach a full-year (182 school days, 40 minutes per day) class in Cybersecurity at my high school. The students are doing a course for college credit from a university. The course as it exists currently is therefore not aligned with Security+, but we're hoping to have some students who want to go for the certification do so.

There is of course some intersection, my university-level course does cover malware, threat assessment, security policies, I do some linux, etc. but I have concerns for how the students will do. I can have them practice material from CompTIA but I know I'll be very pressed for time if I'm covering the college-credit course essentials and also focusing on Security+.

Does anyone have specific experience along these lines? High schoolers going for Security+ and in a course that doesn't 100% focus on that exam specifically?

Thanks in advance!

Hello, is here anyone from Czech Republic or czech speaking trainer?