Journal of Pedagogical Sociology and Psychology
Awareness of cyber security aspects in distance education
Hassan Hadi M.A Al-Fatlawi 1 *
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1 Ministry of Oil, Petroleum Research and Development Center, Baghdad, Iraq
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Journal of Pedagogical Sociology and Psychology, 2024 - Volume 6 Issue 1, pp. 77-88
https://doi.org/10.33902/jpsp.202424403

Article Type: Research Article

Published Online: 10 Mar 2024

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ABSTRACT
In the ever-evolving landscape of information technology, its remarkable advancements are accompanied by a dark underbelly - the surge of digital crime. This necessitates the establishment of robust security measures within the digital realm. Cybersecurity is a pivotal technological development on the global stage, safeguarding data, networks, and electronic systems from debilitating attacks that jeopardize their integrity and wield significant influence in international relations. This study delves into assessing cyber security awareness in distance education, encompassing participants ranging from employees and university students to researchers and academics. The primary objective of this research is to underscore the pivotal role of cybersecurity education and the importance of cultivating an awareness of security threats in the education reform process. Furthermore, this paper posits the potential evolution of instructional techniques for cybersecurity through implementing machine learning and security analytics models. It provides a comprehensive overview of the contemporary cybersecurity landscape and technological advancements. Employing a quantitative descriptive analytical approach, the study reveals that participants exhibit moderate awareness regarding cyber security concepts, risks, and violations. Notably, there are no statistically significant differences at the 0.05 level. To enhance public awareness and facilitate active engagement in disseminating cyber security awareness, the study recommends the development of tailored distance learning curricula and the creation of sophisticated virtual learning environments. These measures are pivotal in fortifying our digital defenses and ensuring a safer digital future.
KEYWORDS
cybersecurity distance education security guarantees cybersecurity awareness machine learning
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Reference: Al-Fatlawi, H. H. M. (2024). Awareness of cyber security aspects in distance education. Journal of Pedagogical Sociology and Psychology, 6(1), 77-88. https://doi.org/10.33902/jpsp.202424403
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Reference: Al-Fatlawi HHM. Awareness of cyber security aspects in distance education. Journal of Pedagogical Sociology and Psychology. 2024;6(1), 77-88. https://doi.org/10.33902/jpsp.202424403
In-text citation: (1), (2), (3), etc.
Reference: Al-Fatlawi HHM. Awareness of cyber security aspects in distance education. Journal of Pedagogical Sociology and Psychology. 2024;6(1):77-88. https://doi.org/10.33902/jpsp.202424403
In-text citation: (Al-Fatlawi, 2024)
Reference: Al-Fatlawi, Hassan Hadi M.A. "Awareness of cyber security aspects in distance education". Journal of Pedagogical Sociology and Psychology 2024 6 no. 1 (2024): 77-88. https://doi.org/10.33902/jpsp.202424403
In-text citation: (Al-Fatlawi, 2024)
Reference: Al-Fatlawi, H. H. M. (2024). Awareness of cyber security aspects in distance education. Journal of Pedagogical Sociology and Psychology, 6(1), pp. 77-88. https://doi.org/10.33902/jpsp.202424403
In-text citation: (Al-Fatlawi, 2024)
Reference: Al-Fatlawi, Hassan Hadi M.A "Awareness of cyber security aspects in distance education". Journal of Pedagogical Sociology and Psychology, vol. 6, no. 1, 2024, pp. 77-88. https://doi.org/10.33902/jpsp.202424403
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