Integration of Cybersecurity into Computer Science Teachers’ Training: A Systematic Review
Serik M. Tleumagambetova D. Tutkyshbayeva S. Zakirova A.
21 May 2025International Federation of Engineering Education Societies (IFEES)
International Journal of Engineering Pedagogy
2025#15Issue 457 - 75 pp.
This paper addresses the integration of cybersecurity into the training programmes of computer science teachers in higher education institutions. Given the growing digital threats such as phishing, malware, and data leakages, attaining cybersecurity knowledge and skills becomes critical for educators. Based on a systematic review of 51 empirical studies selected from databases such as Scopus, Web of Science and Springer Link, different approaches to integrating cybersecurity into educational programmes and the results of such interventions are examined. This study shows that the systematic integration of cybersecurity topics and the use of interdisciplinary methods and tailored programmes contribute to the development of professional competencies, critical thinking and ethical skills. Key challenges include different levels of technological readiness among teachers and the need to regularly update curricula in response to rapidly changing cyber threats. The study also identifies the lack of practice-orientated training and specialised courses as significant barriers to effective integration. The results emphasise the importance of improving curricula to enhance the effectiveness of cybersecurity education and adapt to the requirements of today’s digital environment.
cybersecurity , digital threats , higher education , teacher training
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Department of “Informatics”, L.N. Gumilyov, Eurasian National University, Astana, Kazakhstan
Department of Computer Engineering, Astana IT University, Astana, Kazakhstan
L.N. Gumilyov, Eurasian National University, Astana, Kazakhstan
Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Information Technology, L.N. Gumilyov, Eurasian National University, Astana, Kazakhstan
Department of “Informatics”
Department of Computer Engineering
L.N. Gumilyov
Department of Computer Science
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