Passwords Are Like Underwear

On Mondays I share a different ed tech quote on our Thompson Classroom social media pages for our staff to consider. 

As we progress through Cyber Security Awareness month I want to continually remind both staff and students about the importance of strong passwords. If you would like to review this topic I recommend a previous post from earlier this month: #TechTipTuesday – Secure Passwords

• This post includes some tips/tricks for strong password development as well as a discussion on password habits teachers should break.

As I come off of an AI-focused lens at the Convergence conference I thought it would be fun to ask BYTE AI about passwords. The provided prompt was, “How can teachers help students when it comes to secure password development?”, and the response included:

Great question! Teachers play a crucial role in helping students develop secure passwords. Here are a few ways they can assist:

Educate about password best practices: Teachers can explain the importance of strong passwords, such as using a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. They can also emphasize the significance of avoiding common passwords or personal information.

Encourage password managers: Teachers can introduce students to password manager tools that securely store and generate strong passwords. They can explain how these tools can simplify the process of managing multiple passwords while keeping them safe.

Promote password hygiene: Teachers can emphasize the importance of regularly updating passwords and avoiding password reuse across different accounts. They can encourage students to create unique passwords for each online platform they use.

Engage in interactive activities: Teachers can organize fun activities or games that involve creating and guessing passwords. This can help students understand the importance of strong passwords and make the learning process more enjoyable.

Provide real-life examples: Teachers can share real-life stories or examples of the consequences of weak passwords, such as data breaches or identity theft. This can help students understand the potential risks and motivate them to take password security seriously.

Remember, developing secure passwords is an essential skill in today’s digital world, and teachers can play a vital role in equipping students with the knowledge and habits to protect their online accounts.

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