New Approaches in the Education of Software Engineers in the Field of Cybersecurity

Zlatko, Čović (2024) New Approaches in the Education of Software Engineers in the Field of Cybersecurity. HADMÉRNÖK, 19 (4). pp. 213-232. ISSN 1788-1919

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Abstract

This paper presents innovative methodologies for cybersecurity education, with a focus on their application at Subotica Tech – College of Applied Sciences. The study highlights hackathon-based learning (HBL), challenge-based learning (CBL), and the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance teaching effectiveness. These approaches are incorporated into professional courses related to the development of web applications and integrated web systems, emphasising practical work and real-world scenarios to better prepare students for industry challenges. The primary objective of this paper is to introduce these novel educational approaches and provide a detailed description of their implementation, underscoring the importance of hands-on experience and student engagement in real-world systems and business environments. The results of the research on the impact of hackathon participation on final exam performance are presented. Additionally, the increasing use of AI tools in software engineering education is explored, with examples of their application. Finally, the paper outlines future research directions based on feedback from the current implementation of these methodologies.

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