CyberHoops CyberSecurity Concepts - Innovation Tech Academy

The CyberHoops Cybersecurity Concepts textbook is used to present a detailed understanding of the many cybersecurity concepts. These concepts include issues such as personal privacy, password protection, antivirus software, digital divide, cyber crimes, malware attacks, physical security, deepfake technology, hoax websites, social media, hacking basics, social engineering, exploitation, hardware and software design, access points, and data protection.

This textbook is used in conjunction with the CyberHoops Cybersecurity Camp to teach cybersecurity concepts to middle and high school students within an interactive basketball camp (www.cyberhoops.org). In general, this textbook provides a structured foundation for understanding cybersecurity issues and concepts.

Cybersecurity Online Workbook COW: Hacking Basics 

Cybersecurity Online Workbook COW: Hacking Basics is a detailed overview on the basics on cybersecurity, hacking, general Internet,  and Web protection. This workbook is for those who are interested in learning about which tools are used and the methods applied by hackers and/or penetration testers when attacking a computer system or network. COW: Hacking Basics is written in a workbook format that is ideal for students at any level that are  interested in cybersecurity. The authors took special attention at preparing a workbook that is written for beginners, with specific detail for students, preparing them with a strong cybersecurity foundation and comprehension.

This workbook is divided into six chapters. These include the essentials of cybersecurity such as: general overview of hackers and penetration testing, reconnaissance, scanning, exploitation, web applications, and web vulnerabilities. Each chapter builds upon the previous one in order to increase the reader's understanding and comprehension. The chapters are prepared as a detailed workbook with in-text topic related questions to enhance the knowledge acquired on the subject matter. Additionally, keywords and discussion questions are used to enhance critical thinking skills and reinforce the main points of each chapter.

The Cybersecurity Online Workbook COW: Hacking Basics is the preferred workbook for teachers and young adults interested in obtaining knowledge about cybersecurity, hacking, and overall security fundamentals.

Internet of Things: A Primer on Technology for Young Adults Developing the Future

"The Internet of Things (IoT): A Primer on Technology for Young Adults Developing the Future" was written as a starting block for young adults entering and expanding their science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) knowledge capabilities. Robotics, automation, technology, and computer programming are the building blocks for the future. A central part of all these blocks is the introduction and development of the Internet of Things. 

This book presents young adults with the essential information to begin designing, developing, and creating IoT projects. The authors establish a strong foundation on understanding how IoT is used in today's world and a practical sense of its implications to society, businesses, agriculture, environmental concerns, and personal use. The book is divided into several chapters, each building upon the previous one in order to increase the reader's understanding and comprehension. Each chapter is prepared as a detailed workbook with in-text topic related questions to enhance the knowledge acquired on the subject matter. 

Additionally, key word questions, discussion questions, and graphic organizers are used to enhance critical thinking skills and reinforce the main points of each chapter. There is a chapter dedicated to various worldwide case studies to demonstrate current IoT endeavors. The book concludes with several hands-on projects that tie in the chapter topics with useful project development skills. A step-by-step guide is included for the reader with the projects to fully comprehend the necessary skills required in IoT architecture and development. "The Internet of Things (IoT): A Primer on Technology for Young Adults Developing the Future" is the preferred book for any young adult interested in obtaining knowledge about technology, programming, and IoT development.  

Countries of the World: Cuba Activity Book

The Countries of the World - Cuba activity book for kids includes the history of the island nation of Cuba, detailing its discovery by Christopher Columbus, pirates, independence from Spain, patriots, revolutionary leaders, and the several migration periods. The book also contains facts about the various animals, flowers, music, and products from Cuba. The activities include mazes, match, fill-in-the-blank and several assessment questions, online search activities, and graphic organizers intended for teachers and/or parents.

This book was reviewed by the Curriculum and Instruction division of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools. The Countries of the World - Cuba book was described as a "worthwhile supplemental resource for elementary students that is free of bias and provides students with age-appropriate information on Cuba’s history, geography, and culture."