FLEX Bitcoin Cryptocurrency Altcoins Blockchain Future Money Finance Skills 6W2
Class experience
US Grade 7 - 9
Beginner - Intermediate Level
This 6 week class is designed to provide an understanding of the world of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency, including altcoins and blockchain technology. The course will cover a variety of topics including the history, current state and future of money, investing, and how to use blockchain and cryptocurrency in everyday life. The class will be a combination of lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities that will provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate this rapidly...
6 lessons//6 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Foundations of Money and BitcoinExplore the history and function of money, the inception of Bitcoin, and the philosophical questions surrounding currency and value.Week 2Lesson 2The Banking System vs. BitcoinUnderstand how traditional banking and financial systems operate and why Bitcoin presents a revolutionary alternative.Week 3Lesson 3Personal Finance ManagementLearn to create and manage budgets, understand profit and loss, and discover the best savings strategies.Week 4Lesson 4Trading CryptocurrencyDive into the world of crypto trading, understanding market trends, and trading strategies.Week 5Lesson 5Altcoins and the Cryptocurrency EcosystemExplore the diverse world of altcoins, their characteristics, and potential use cases in today's economy.Week 6Lesson 6Risk, Reward, and Investment StrategiesGrasp the concepts of risk versus reward in the context of investing in cryptocurrency and how to approach investments wisely.
The goals for learners in this class are: To understand the history, current state, and future of money, cryptocurrency and blockchain To be able to invest in and use cryptocurrency To have a knowledge of different types of altcoins and their characteristics and potential use cases To have an understanding of the underlying technology and principles of blockchain To have knowledge about the legal and ethical considerations surrounding cryptocurrency To be able to identify the potential future applications of blockchain technology To be able to understand personal finance and investing and how it relates to crypto To learn how to manage risk and diversify in a crypto portfolio To be familiar with future trends and predictions in the crypto space.
Jo teaches bitcoin and finance classes on Outschool, for the last 2 years. As a serial entrepreneur who founded three successful companies before the age of 30, my drive to succeed in life began in my teens when I realised the power of positive motivation. He was lucky enough to have a good mentor who guided me through the intricacies of financial management which helped me to understand the value of money, how to identify and seize opportunities to make money and how to manage an investment portfolio. He has been investing in cryptocurrencies for the last 6 years as a professional investor. He holds a Bachelors degree and also teaches life skills to children and adults across the world.
Homework Offered
Each week, there will be approximately 20 - 30 minutes of homework assigned to help participants develop and apply the ideas taught in class to their own lives.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
This class in not financial advice and is for educational purposes only.
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Ages: 11-14