Excited that TTT and CIN resources helped me so much for my network certification prep! These two solidified my understanding of core fundamentals. See you at Tech+!

I've found that students often struggle with practical applications of pentesting tools. One way I make this easier is by using Kali Linux labs to demonstrate real-world scenarios. For example, I set up a vulnerable machine using Metasploitable and have students practice using Nmap for network discovery and Metasploit for exploitation. I also encourage them to experiment with EvilPDF for embedding payloads into PDFs, which ties in nicely with social engineering topics. Does anyone have tips on simulating phishing attacks for teaching purposes?

Technology as a Resource

Hello everyone.

I have been in a Zoom call with one of my students for almost two hours (insane!!!!). She is in my Canadian cohort in Calgary. I am in the USA. This woman clearly has a language barrier. English is not her first language; however, she studies hard, and she understands English and can talk in conversations. She has a heavy accent, and it takes her some time to get through the reading, but she just takes more time to read. We are trying to book her for the Core 1 CompTIA A+. We went to the special accommodations website as they directed, but when we get there, the only options available to request special accommodations for are if you have a cognitive or learning disability. I know they have allowed for it in the past. I had some students request and receive it for their AWS certifications and received it. I would think it would be the same scenario as well. It says so on the website for Pearson Vue.

Is it possible that someone who knows the rules can assist? How do we request accommodations for her? I fear without the accommodation, she will not pass. She is now a citizen of Canada, but she is from Pakistan. She received her Canadian citizenship two years ago. Can someone help me figure this out? The accommodations office is now closed. I have another possible student who has the same language barrier issues as well.

By the way, they said it could take 10 days. When my students did it, they got almost immediate approval once they proved English was not their first language. Is it really going to take them 10 days to figure out these women don't speak English well?

Thanks,

D Ross

I recently dealt with a client’s network outage caused by a misconfigured router. I had to dig into the routing tables and found that one static route was pointing to the wrong gateway. Once corrected, the network was restored. Have you encountered similar routing issues in your teaching, and how do you explain routing table troubleshooting to your students?

Does Cloud+ successful exam count as CEU for Security+
?

We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable instructor to teach a variety of CompTIA certification courses starting this Fall. This is a 10-month contract teaching position with synchronous online and face to face course delivery. This position will be part time, teaching two classes per session. There is a possibility of full time hours moving forward, but is not guaranteed at this time.

Courses to be taught include:

• CompTIA A+ (Core 1 and Core 2)
• CompTIA Network+ (N+)
• CompTIA Security+ (S+)
• CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
• CompTIA PenTest+

Responsibilities:

• Teach classes covering the objectives for the respective CompTIA certification exams
• Develop engaging course materials, lectures, labs, and assignments aligned with certification objectives
• Provide interactive instruction, answer student questions, and facilitate discussions
• Grade assignments, exams, and provide constructive feedback to students
• Hold regular online office hours for student support
• Maintain accurate student records and submit grades on time

Position Qualifications​

• Current CompTIA certifications in the areas you will be teaching (A+, N+, S+, CySA+, PenTest+)
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in IT roles related to the certification subject areas
• Proven experience teaching CompTIA certification courses, preferably in an online environment
• Excellent communication, presentation, and instructional skills
• Ability to create an engaging, interactive virtual classroom experience
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Basic proficiency with online teaching platforms and tools (training provided)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Industry certifications beyond CompTIA (Cisco, Microsoft, cloud, etc.)
• Prior curriculum development experience for certification courses
• Experience with virtual lab environments for hands-on exercises

Competitive compensation based on courses taught and experience.


Please submit your resume/CV along with copies of relevant certifications if interested in this opportunity.

@Stephen Schneiter was the material shared for this TTT

Has anyone created Docker Labs for Teaching Student at Junior or community college level?

thank you

@Stephen Schneiter i have not received my voucher for N+ please.. All my colleagues have gotten. Please update.

Hiii
@Stephen Schneiter

I do not see voucher in my email till now . I see some of my colleage recieved already today

Traditional intellectual property thinking no longer applies​

In the era of rapidly advancing artificial intelligence, the concept of intellectual property (IP) faces unprecedented challenges. As AI systems become increasingly capable of generating creative works and innovations, the traditional notions of IP become obsolete.

Has AI nullified intellectual property?​

Here are three reasons why I think intellectual property no longer exists in its current form in the AI era:

1. Blurred lines of authorship and inventorship in intellectual property​

AI systems can now create content and develop solutions that rival human-generated works. This capability blurs the lines between human and machine-generated content, creating significant challenges to traditional concepts of authorship and inventorship. When an AI system creates a piece of art or develops a new formula, determining ownership becomes complex. Is it the AI itself, the developers who created the AI, or the company that owns the system? But wait there’s more. AI systems often rely on vast datasets for training, which may include copyrighted materials. The process of machine learning involves analyzing and learning from these datasets, potentially creating derivative works in the process. This further complicates the issue of authorship and ownership, as it becomes increasingly difficult to distinguish between human-created content and AI-generated works influenced by existing intellectual property.

2. Rapid pace of innovation outstrips intellectual property’s legal frameworks​

The speed at which AI technology is advancing far outpaces the development of legal frameworks designed to protect intellectual property. AI systems can generate new ideas, solutions, and creative works super fast, often iterating and improving upon existing concepts in ways that blur the lines between incremental improvements and major inventions. This rapid pace of AI-driven innovation creates several challenges for the existing IP system:

Not enough room here. Please see https://cybersafetynet.net/does-int...rtificial-intelligence-generating-content-no/.

Hello,

I am delivering my first N10-009 class, and I noticed that for module 4, the book has section 4.6 on IP troubleshooting, but the PPT slides end at module 4.5, with no 4.6 slides. Has anyone else noticed this?

I am pleased to announce we are ready to launch the Cloud+ CV0-004 TTT series! Join us and special guest Michael Schmitz as he leads the Cloud+ TTT series using the CompTIA CertMaster Learn content. Michael will cover the exam objectives and provide hands-on examples as you strengthen your fundamental cloud technology knowledge and proficiency in managing cloud environments.

Please note that this series is only four sessions! That is because a lot of what is covered should be refresher from Network+ and some of Security+. So please brush up those series so you can stay up with what is happening in the clouds!

What: CIN TTT Series Cloud+ CV0-004 4 sessions
When: Sept 24, 2024, 2:00 - 4:00 PM Central Daylight Time, Tuesday and Thursday
Who: Michael Schmitz
Where: ON24

REGISTER HERE

NOTE: I do not work for NetCom Learning, so posting replies will not help anyone. Please use the contact information below.

Course: CompTIA Security+ Certification Prep (Exam SY0-701)
Dates: September 16th to 27th
Timing: as per POC TBD
Mode: Onsite
Location: GA
Duration: Bootcamp session 10 days
Student: 10-15

Looking forward to your response.

Thank you,
Sharda Bhattacharya
Training Manager
NetCom Learning
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 332-330-9084
Fax: 646-292-5170

Is Zero Touch Provisioning a concept that's covered on any of the CompTIA
cert exams?

While I'm here, I welcome commentary that elevates the community's
understanding of Zero Touch Provisioning!

In addition to the Cert Master content, can anyone recommend other resources they used for practice leading up to the exam or recommendations based on their experience with the exam, without giving away too much about the exam.
TryHackMe and Hack the Box have a bunch of content...just not sure what's applicable to CASP+/SecurityX, and what other resources are available.

I've got study materials like books, practice MC questions and flashcards covered.

Thanks!

Dear Colleagues,

I’m excited to announce that I have prepared a complete training course for CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) in Urdu/Hindi, and it is entirely free!

This course covers all domains of the Security+ certification, along with hands-on exercises, designed to equip learners with essential cybersecurity skills. My aim is to support individuals who face challenges in affording expensive training programs or struggle with language barriers, giving them access to high-quality education that can help them succeed in the cybersecurity industry.

I truly believe that this initiative will make a significant impact, especially for students and young professionals who have the potential but lack the financial resources or language support to pursue their goals. This free training is an opportunity for them to gain the knowledge and tools required to excel in the field and advance their careers.

I encourage you to share this with your students and community members who could benefit from it. Together, we can empower the next generation of cybersecurity professionals and help them overcome the barriers they face.

Link to the course:
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Dear Colleagues,

I am excited to share a complete training course for CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) that I’ve prepared in Urdu/Hindi, and the best part – it’s completely free!

This course covers all domains of the certification along with hands-on exercises to equip learners with the skills required to succeed in the cybersecurity industry.
My goal is to support students who may struggle with costly training programs or face language barriers, ensuring they have access to the knowledge and tools needed to thrive in this field.

I believe this initiative will be especially beneficial for those who wish to pursue a career in cybersecurity but are held back due to financial constraints or the lack of resources in their native language. By providing them with this course, we are giving them the opportunity to build a solid foundation in cybersecurity and move one step closer to a rewarding career.

I kindly encourage you to share this with your students and anyone who could benefit from it. Let’s work together to help our youth overcome these challenges and achieve success in the cybersecurity world!

Link to the course:
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Wow! I just passed my Linux+ test. I don't know why but I spend more time preparing for this exam when compared with my Pentest+ and CySA+, I was kind of intimidated by the fact that the vast majority of these questions you were not able to do an educated guess, you needed to know the commands. The best thing is that I got medium high 700's for the other tests and the Linux+ I got 822, still lower than my 885 on Security+ but damn, I was going in and out since February! This is a credential I make sure not to loose cause I don't want to take that test again!!!!!!!!!!!

Does anyone know if we are allowed to embed the instructional videos that are found in the Instructional Strategies Toolkit into our courses? According to the guide, "The following instructional videos are designed to support instruction of Module 1 concepts and may be used as an instructional resource for learners or as a primer for instructors."

I can't find a way to get at the source code for the video and these do not show up as a selection when creating LTI links to the material from within our LMS.

Can anyone provide information on where to get past professional development training on the CompTIA’s website?

Hi CompTIA Tech+ partners,
We'd like you to know about a new resource that is under development that you can share with your students and fellow CTE teachers to learn more about Tech+ launching this month. https://partners.comptia.org/certifications/comptia-tech-plus

Please reply about what other resources you'd like to see added here. Thanks!

Dear CTE Teachers and Administrators,

We are thrilled to welcome you to our new forum community dedicated to Secondary Education. This space is designed specifically for educators and administrators like you who are passionate about equipping students with the essential tech skills needed to thrive in today’s digital world.

Why Join Our Community?

• Connect and Collaborate: Engage with fellow educators and administrators to share insights, experiences, and best practices.
• Exclusive Resources: Access a wealth of resources, including lesson plans, hands-on lab activities, and professional development materials.
• Stay Updated: Get the latest updates on CompTIA’s educational tools, certifications, and industry trends.
• Support and Guidance: Receive support from CompTIA experts and community members to help you navigate challenges and maximize student success.

What Can You Expect?

• Interactive Discussions: Participate in discussions on various topics, from curriculum development to integrating technology in the classroom.
• Webinars and Workshops: Attend exclusive webinars and workshops to enhance your teaching strategies and stay ahead of the curve.
• Certification Insights: Gain insights into CompTIA’s industry-recognized certifications and how they can benefit your students.

We believe that by working together, we can transform students into skilled professionals ready to excel in the tech industry. Your participation and contributions are invaluable to this mission.

Join us in this exciting journey and let’s shape the future of technology education together!

Warm regards,

The CompTIA Secondary Education Team

Hi Guys, I/we are in a bit of a bind as I am due to start delivering this course from the 23rd of this month.

With the courseware date being pushed back to yesterday (04/07 UK) from its intended August release date the time for prep was going to be ok, but after its no show yesterday I am a little concerned, especially as I do not have access to the pre-release materials to prepare myself with.

The reason time is so tight is that I fly out on our honeymoon tomorrow afternoon and do not return until the day before I am due to deliver it, all would have been fine, but now......


Can we please have an update as to when it is actually going live, or can someone who has the pre-release PDF so I can read it on the flight please share it

Thank you