{"id":123,"date":"2022-10-25T22:32:56","date_gmt":"2022-10-25T22:32:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.odu.edu\/odupresentationtemplate\/?page_id=2"},"modified":"2026-06-30T22:19:51","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T22:19:51","slug":"sample-page","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/mekhi\/","title":{"rendered":"Entrepreneurial Portfolio"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Name: Mekhi Booker<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Majors: Career and Technical Education (Technology &amp; Engineering Education)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>and Cybersecurity&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Expected Graduation Year: 2027<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/mekhi\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31050\/2026\/06\/IMG_9971.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"691\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/mekhi\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31050\/2026\/06\/IMG_9971-691x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-349\" style=\"width:298px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/mekhi\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31050\/2026\/06\/IMG_9971-691x1024.jpg 691w, https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/mekhi\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31050\/2026\/06\/IMG_9971-202x300.jpg 202w, https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/mekhi\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31050\/2026\/06\/IMG_9971-768x1138.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/mekhi\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31050\/2026\/06\/IMG_9971.jpg 924w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Degree Goals, Career Outlook, Overview of My Majors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cybersecurity (B.S.)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>ODU\u2019s Cybersecurity program prepares students to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Understand and secure networks, systems, and data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analyze threats, vulnerabilities, and digital evidence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply ethical and legal frameworks in cyber defense<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use tools, scripting, and automation to solve real-world security problems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communicate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Career &amp; Technical Education \u2013 Technology &amp; Engineering Education (B.S.)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>ODU\u2019s CTE program develops:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Instructional design skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Classroom management and student engagement strategies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understanding of how students learn technical content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to teach engineering, technology, and STEM through hands-on projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skills in facilitating collaborative, project-based learning environments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How My Degrees Translate Into Real-World Careers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Teaching Careers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Technology &amp; Engineering Teacher<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cybersecurity Teacher<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>STEM Lab Instructor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CTE Program Coordinator<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Instructional Technology Specialist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cybersecurity Academy Instructor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technical Careers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Cybersecurity Analyst<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SOC Technician<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digital Forensics Technician<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Network Security Specialist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cybersecurity Consultant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Entrepreneurial Ventures<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Autocad and Tinkercad Engineering using 3D printing&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cybersecurity tutoring or workshops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CAD design services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>STEM summer camps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Educational content creation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Entrepreneurial Mindset Development<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Systems Thinking \u2014 cybersecurity architecture, engineering design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creativity \u2014 CAD modeling, 3D printing, lesson creation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communication Building \u2014 classroom presentations, RA leadership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Active Experimentation \u2014 hands-on labs, engineering challenges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strategic Networks \u2014 Granby High School teachers, ODU faculty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reflection in Action \u2014 classroom observations and teaching practice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What ODU Wants All Students to Know<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Critical thinking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaboration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ethical citizenship<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creativity and innovation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lifelong learning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Collection of Tools<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cybersecurity <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cybersecurity Classroom Observation Notes (Granby High School)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Analysis of teaching strategies, pacing, student engagement, and instructional methods used in a real cybersecurity classroom.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Cybersecurity in Manufacturing Presentation (Adapted for Teaching)&nbsp;&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A student-friendly explanation of industrial cybersecurity risks, demonstrating my ability to simplify complex topics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Security Automation Scripts (Instructional Demonstrations)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Python scripts that can be used to teach automation concepts to high school students.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Digital Forensics Case Study (Classroom Activity Potential)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A mock investigation that can be turned into a hands-on student lab.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Network Security Lab Write-Ups (Future Lesson Materials)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Labs that can be adapted into high school-level cybersecurity activities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technology &amp; Engineering Education <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>3D Printing Demonstration &amp; Lesson (Granby High School)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>I taught students how the Dremel DigiLab 3D45 works, printed models, answered questions, and facilitated a Kahoot review.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Engineering Classroom Observation Notes&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Documentation of how engineering teachers scaffolded design challenges and supported hands-on learning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Revit Architectural Models (Instructional Examples)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>CAD projects I can use as exemplars when teaching design and modeling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>CTE Lesson Plan Drafts&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Early lesson plans demonstrating growth in curriculum design.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>3D Printed Models&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Physical artifacts that support teaching tolerances, design iteration, and additive manufacturing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Leadership &amp; Teaching Skills (Non-Classroom but Relevant)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Resident Assistant Community-Building Projects&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Demonstrates communication, leadership, conflict resolution, and group facilitation \u2014 essential teaching skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>STEM Club Support Work&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Informal teaching and tutoring experience helping peers with CAD and engineering concepts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Linux Command-Line Exercises&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Early labs that can become beginner lessons on operating systems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Engineering \/ Technology Education <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bridge-Building Challenge (Observation)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A hands-on engineering activity I can teach in the future.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Dragster Design Activity (Observation)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Demonstrates understanding of iterative engineering design.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Freshman Engineering Prototype Project&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Shows my early development in engineering design.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Teaching-Relevant Experiences<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Peer Mentoring Moments&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Times I helped classmates understand cybersecurity or engineering concepts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Community Engagement Projects&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Events where I facilitated learning or organized activities .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Name: Mekhi Booker Majors: Career and Technical Education (Technology &amp; 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