Kees Leune
ABSTRACT
Incorporating gamified simulations of cybersecurity breach scenarios in the form of Capture-The-Flag (CTF) sessions increases student engagement and leads to more well-developed skills. Furthermore, it enhances the confidence of students in their own abilities. Our argument is supported by a study in which undergraduate students taking a cybersecurity class were surveyed before and after participating in a CTF.
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Index Terms
- Using Capture-the-Flag to Enhance the Effectiveness of Cybersecurity Education
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