Cisco Networking Academy Instructor Handbook

The Cisco Networking Academy Instructor Handbook is a comprehensive guide for educators teaching Cisco’s networking curriculum. It provides detailed instructions on course delivery, lab setup, assessment tools, and student engagement strategies across core subjects such as routing, switching, cybersecurity, and IoT. Designed for instructors in the Cisco Networking Academy program, the handbook ensures consistent, high-quality instruction aligned with Cisco’s certification standards and global education framework.

Cisco Systems, Inc. — Networking Academy Curriculum and Learning Experience Team

1. Introduction
• About the Cisco Networking Academy Program
• Purpose of This Handbook
• Instructor Roles and Responsibilities
• Curriculum Structure and Certification Pathways

2. Getting Started as an Instructor
• Instructor Qualification and Onboarding
• Accessing NetAcad Resources and Tools
• Using the Instructor Portal and LMS
• Course Setup and Scheduling

3. Teaching and Learning Framework
• Cisco Pedagogical Approach
• Aligning Lessons with Learning Objectives
• Managing Classroom and Online Delivery
• Strategies for Student Engagement and Collaboration

4. Curriculum and Course Content
• Overview of Core Courses (CCNA, CyberOps, IT Essentials)
• Lab Exercises and Packet Tracer Activities
• Integrating Emerging Technologies (IoT, Python, Automation)
• Customizing Modules for Local Contexts

5. Assessment and Evaluation
• Quiz and Exam Administration
• Lab Evaluation and Grading Rubrics
• Using NetAcad Analytics and Reports
• Providing Feedback and Tracking Progress

6. Lab Setup and Equipment Management
• Recommended Lab Topologies
• Configuring Routers, Switches, and Firewalls
• Remote Lab Access and Simulation Tools
• Equipment Maintenance and Safety Procedures

7. Professional Development
• Instructor Certification and Re-Accreditation
• Continuing Education and Webinars
• Peer Collaboration and Mentorship Networks

8. Program Administration
• Partner Academy Management
• Reporting and Compliance Requirements
• Student Enrollment and Data Privacy Policies

9. Appendices
• Teaching Resources and Templates
• Packet Tracer Reference Guide
• Troubleshooting Common LMS Issues
• Cisco Support and Contact Information