Assessment of ClassLink's Cybersecurity Standards in Education Technology

The Cybersecurity Rubric for Education, a valuable tool created by a coalition of experts, is now available for educators. This resource, which is based on the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Framework and other cybersecurity and privacy standards, is designed specifically for school district technology leaders.

The Cybersecurity Rubric for Education is free to use, but for those who wish to take their knowledge to the next level, ClassLink offers the Certified Cybersecurity Rubric Evaluator (CCRE) training. This comprehensive course, approximately 3.5 hours long, includes an exam at the end.

The training is self-paced and easy to navigate, with a well-laid-out learning management system. The first course offered is "Learning How to Use the Cybersecurity Rubric," a self-guided training lasting approximately 2.5 hours. Completing the units in this course allows users to take a survey to earn a certificate demonstrating their understanding of the Cybersecurity Rubric and their ability to use it for self-evaluations.

The CCRE training covers topics such as cybersecurity awareness and evaluations, the rubric's maturity levels, and how to do a self-evaluation for a school system. Access to this training can be found on the "Cybersecurity Rubric" website, or by logging into a ClassLink account and clicking on the "ClassLink Academy" app.

For those who pass the CCRE assessment, they will be granted the credential to provide paid services using the rubric as a CCRE. This includes third-party evaluations to school systems for a fee.

ClassLink provides training for all of their products, and the extra free training for the Cybersecurity Rubric is a big plus for users. The CCR and CCRE training include a variety of techniques such as video and interactive assessments.

It's important to note that the CCRE certification is good for three years. For those interested in the Certified Cybersecurity Rubric Evaluator (CCRE) training, the cost is $99, which includes access to the evaluation as a CCRE.

In conclusion, the Cybersecurity Rubric for Education and the training on how to use it for self-evaluation are valuable resources for educators. Whether you choose to use the free version or invest in the CCRE training, these tools are well thought out and easy to implement, providing a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity in education.