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Digital Safety and Digital Hygiene

This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills they need to ensure the safety of everyone who uses the Internet, including themselves

What You'll Learn

Participants will learn how to adhere to digital hygiene practices in conjunction with cyber security awareness during this course.

  • Learn to identify and mitigate online threats, ensuring safe and secure digital environments for yourself and your sources in the journalism field.
  • Understand and implement essential digital hygiene practices to protect your personal and professional data from breaches and cyber attacks.
  • Gain comprehensive knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals and best practices, tailored to the unique needs and challenges faced by journalists.
  • Explore the role of artificial intelligence in journalism, including ethical considerations, practical applications, and potential risks associated with AI technologies.
  • Develop strategies to safeguard sensitive information and maintain privacy while conducting online research and communication as a journalist.
  • Enhance your ability to recognize and respond to phishing attempts, malware, and other common cyber threats in the digital landscape. Master the use of advanced tools and techniques for secure
  • Master the use of advanced tools and techniques for secure data storage, encryption, and secure communication to maintain the integrity of your journalistic work.

This Course Includes:

  • Learn techniques to ensure online safety for all digital communications effectively.
  • Gain comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity threats and preventive measures.
  • Develop strategies to safeguard personal and professional online information securely.
  • Master best practices in promoting digital hygiene in the journalism field.
  • Explore AI's role in enhancing digital safety within journalistic practices.
  • Understand ethical considerations and legal implications of cybersecurity in journalism.

Course Logistic:

  • Each batch limited to 10 students.
  • Flexible class hours: Customized slots on Fridays/Saturdays.
  • Eligibility: UG and PG students.
  • Certification after successful completion, including a final test.

Materials and Support:

  • Course notes/ recording will be provided to the students.
  • Daily lessons, assignments, breakout rooms, and Q&A sessions.
  • Books available at additional cost.
  • Dedicated WhatsApp Group for continuous support, mentoring, internships, and placement assistance.

Course Structure:

  • Each course will consist of 2 hours of interactive lectures per week, supplemented by practical assignments and projects.
  • Regular doubt clearance sessions will be conducted to address participant queries and concerns.
  • At the end of the three-month duration, participants will undergo comprehensive assessments to evaluate their understanding and proficiency in the subject matter followed by Certificates

Fees Structure:

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