A Social Science Approach To Cybersecurity Education

Explore a unique approach to cybersecurity education in this 21-minute conference talk by Aunshul Rege. Discover how incorporating social sciences into cybersecurity programs can provide a more holistic understanding of the human factors involved in cyberattacks and defense. Learn about the benefits of experiential learning projects that engage undergraduate students from various disciplines in 'cyber-field' research. Gain insights into fostering multidisciplinary dialogue, developing qualitative research skills, understanding adversarial mindsets, and predicting defender behavior. Follow the speaker's journey as she shares ongoing efforts, struggles, challenges, and lessons learned in implementing this innovative pedagogical approach. Engage with the discussion on integrating criminology frameworks with hard science methodologies to create proactive cybersecurity research and education strategies.