Objective:

• Students will:
  • Understand the basic concepts of cryptography and encryption.
  • Identify common uses of encryption in daily life.
  • Explain the importance of encryption in securing information.
  • Analyze case studies of encryption in action.
  • Demonstrate the use of basic encryption tools or methods.

Standards:

CSTA Standard:
3B-NI-04 – Compare ways software developers protect devices and information fromunauthorized access.

Guiding Question:

How does cryptography and encryption protect our daily digital interactions and ensure the security of information?

Resources:

• Lesson 2.5.1 – Daily Application of Cryptography and Encryption.pptx and Lab 2.5.1 – Caesar and GPG.pptx presentations and Lab 2.5.1 – Caesar and GPG Activity sheet available on Google Classroom

Assignment:

1. Read the Lesson 2.5.1 – Daily Application of Cryptography and Encryption.pptx presentation in today’s class.
2. Complete the Lab 2.5.1 – Caesar and GPG Activity Form using the Lab 2.5.1 – Caesar and GPG.pptx Powerpoint Presentation posted in the Google Classroom.
3. Hand in the completed Lab 2.5.1 – Caesar and GPG Activity Form to complete the lab (50 pts).

Assigned: April 16th, 2026
Teacher Pacing Due Date: April 17th, 2026