Volume 5
Abstract: Generative AI (GenAI) offers transformative potential in higher education, particularly in the field of information security. This study explores integrating GenAI tools into information security courses and proposes a structured framework that enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills through case-based learning. By combining GenAI with the analytical framework, Motivation-Methods-Resources-Impact-Solutions (MMRIS), students gain a deeper understanding of complex cyber incidents and practical experience in GenAI-supported cybersecurity analysis. The approach fosters critical thinking across six dimensions and helps students allocate more time to higher-level tasks, such as evaluation and regulatory compliance. The findings suggest that GenAI tools can accelerate scenario comprehension and enrich educational outcomes. Download this article: CPPJ - V5 N1 Page 4.pdf Recommended Citation: Zhao, G., Tu, C., Adkins, J.K., (2026). Enhancing Student Learning in Information Security Courses: Integrating Generative AI, Critical Thinking, and Case-Based Pedagogy. Cybersecurity Pedagogy and Practice Journal 5(1) pp 4-16. https://doi.org/10.62273/STAD3184 | ||||||