Online Training on Financial Safety in Cyberspace
Understanding Financial Safety in Cyberspace
In today’s digital age, the National Education Policy of 2020 (NEP 2020) emphasizes the importance of cybersecurity in education. As schools and colleges increasingly use online platforms for financial transactions, data storage, and communication, protecting sensitive information like tuition payments and personal data is crucial.
The growing reliance on digital systems makes educational institutions prime targets for cybercriminals. To safeguard credit card details, bank account numbers, and other sensitive data, institutions must implement security protocols such as encryption, multi-factor authentication, and regular security audits.
Why Is Cybersecurity Important in Education?
Educational institutions handle vast amounts of data, making them vulnerable to cyberattacks. These attacks can result in financial fraud, data breaches, and loss of sensitive information.
Implementing strong security measures helps mitigate these risks. Institutions must also stay updated with the latest cybersecurity trends and threats to protect against new vulnerabilities.
Empowering Stakeholders Through Cybersecurity Education
Beyond technical measures, financial safety in cyberspace involves educating all stakeholders, including parents, educators, administrators, and students. Comprehensive cybersecurity training programs are essential to foster a culture of digital responsibility.
These programs should focus on safe online practices, recognizing phishing attempts, and understanding the importance of data privacy in financial transactions. By promoting collective responsibility and vigilance, educational ecosystems can build resilience against financial cyber threats.
What Is CIET-NCERT’s Role in Promoting Cyber Safety?
In this context, CIET-NCERT has organized a series of training sessions on ‘Cyber Safety and Security’ to raise awareness among various stakeholders.
For August 2024, a five-hour online training on “Financial Safety in Cyberspace” will be conducted. The training will cover essential topics to enhance the understanding of teachers, students, and other stakeholders about safe communication in cyberspace. The training will be live on NCERT’s official YouTube channel and simulcast through PMeVidya DTH TV Channels and Jio TV mobile app.
What Will You Learn?
After completing the training series, participants will be able to:
- Explain financial security and its different forms.
- Mitigate cybersecurity and financial risks.
- Implement strong data protection measures.
- Explore secure online banking techniques.
- Understand reporting cybersecurity incidents and legal mechanisms.
Who Can Participate in the Training?
This training is open to students, teachers, teacher educators, parents, administrators, and anyone interested in learning about financial safety in cyberspace.
How to Participate in the Online Training?
How to Register for the Course?
Step 1: Register yourself by clicking the registration link or by scanning the QR code.
Step 2: Watch the live training sessions on NCERT’s YouTube channel from August 5 – 9, 2024, from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm. The sessions will also be available on PM eVIDYA channels, DD Free Dish, DISH TV, and Jio TV mobile app. If you miss the live sessions, you can watch the recordings.
Step 3: Join the online course on the DIKSHA portal. Complete the course by watching all five videos and taking the final assessment. Scoring 70% or above will earn you a certificate, available on your DIKSHA profile page.
Step 4: Submit your feedback using the provided link or QR code. Your feedback is valuable for improving the virtual training process.
For any queries, reach us at training.helpdesk@ciet.nic.in or call: 8800440559.
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