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Evolving the Teaching of Pen Testing in Higher Ed

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Overview

Explore the evolution of teaching penetration testing in higher education through this conference talk. Gain insights into the challenges and solutions for integrating pen testing into academic curricula. Learn about the differences between industry certifications like OSCP and traditional higher education approaches. Discover strategic and tactical solutions for preparing students in penetration testing classes, including understanding abstract concepts and creating effective learning environments. Examine the bimodal grade distribution phenomenon and its implications for course design. Delve into an incomplete exploitation guide for external penetration testing, providing a practical perspective on the subject matter.

Syllabus

Intro
Higher Ed Primer: 3 credit courses
Higher Ed Primer: Instructor Load
Higher Ed Primer: Curriculum ACM provides curricular recommendations
Where Students Learn Security
Penetration Testing Prereqs vs ACM Curriculum
OSCP vs Higher Ed • The Offset solution works for the target audience
Bimodal Grade Distribution
Strategic Solutions 1 Reject the fundamental assumptions 2. I need to prepare the students in my penetration testing class to be Understanding the abstract concepts involved in penetration testing
Influences
Tactical Solutions
The Environment
An Incomplete Exploitation Guide • External Penetration Test

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