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The rising threats in cybersecurity and the significant role of blockchain technology in today’s world underscore the pressing need for enhanced, hands-on educational approaches in Computer Science and Engineering undergraduate programs. This research emphasizes the importance of integrating practical learning strategies and experiences in cybersecurity and blockchain education into the undergraduate curricula. It advocates for adopting innovative teaching techniques that combine real-world Cyber Infrastructures (CIs) with state-of-the-art learning modules and interactive lab experiments. Further, the proposed strategies foster open-ended problem-solving through evidence-based lab learning, promote collaboration in adaptable lab settings, and establish digital and face-to-face learning communities. As a result, this work aims to boost student engagement and overcome the limitations of traditional experimental learning approaches. By taking this direction, the study seeks to better equip students for challenging careers in the dynamic fields of cybersecurity and blockchain, ensuring they possess the knowledge, adaptability, and practical skills to tackle real-world issues.
Coauthors
Kaiqi Xiong, Mohamed Rathouti, Thushari Hapuarachchi, and Mariyam Mapkar
