Very nice initiative. I admire the bold step by you Agbe. The students would be very much happy for learning new things. They might be bored of learning same thing every time. That is the reason for their eagerliness.
In as much as I love what Op has put together. I have two concerns;
1. The age of people being taught. I have always said that I don't belong to the school of taught of teaching children about Bitcoin. Even if the ones about 15 years are to be taught, it shouldn't involve the investment aspect of bitcoin. This is because they are not aged enough to take responsibility of their investment decisions when it goes bad.
If they are excited about the bitcoin profits, some will tend to use their school fees for investment, and we already know how bad it is. So, there is time for everything, when they are at the age, they will learn.
2. Op, please ensure that you are teaching them only the correct things about Bitcoin. Bitcoin is dynamic, and what you may think is the right thing might not be. It is always difficult when the wrong foundation is laid, it will surely affect them in the future when they understand that there are some contradictions. My stake is that you should teach only what you are 100% sure.
Thanks for your efforts.
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Nice going OP! This isn't the first time I've seen or read about such an effort, and in fact all of them so far shared on this forum has been done all came from Africa, I feel like there must be other efforts from other parts of the world not shared.
I do agree with other comments that some of the material is inaccurate, but I would even suggest that you simplify things even more for 15-year olds and sacrifice accuracy for simplicity. In this sense I also think better to be less pedant.
For example, in my opinion, for children, you can just refer to Satoshi as a singular person (even if it's not proven).
Another example, just say Bitcoin was the first cryptocurrency (even if technically it wasn't). Or at least say the first crypto to gain prominence.
And yeah I wouldn't go into extended economics, instead, maybe teach basic economics first or talk about Bitcoin as part of a lesson on the history of money.
I do agree with other comments that some of the material is inaccurate, but I would even suggest that you simplify things even more for 15-year olds and sacrifice accuracy for simplicity. In this sense I also think better to be less pedant.
For example, in my opinion, for children, you can just refer to Satoshi as a singular person (even if it's not proven).
Another example, just say Bitcoin was the first cryptocurrency (even if technically it wasn't). Or at least say the first crypto to gain prominence.
And yeah I wouldn't go into extended economics, instead, maybe teach basic economics first or talk about Bitcoin as part of a lesson on the history of money.
It is very good that you teach about new technologies like blockchain and bitcoin. It will help your students later to be able to judge if they want to invest money in bitcoin or use the payment system. More importantly it will help them to not get scammed by a shitcoin or loose their money because they do a mistake. So it is very important to teach them about back up solutions and also about potential scams.
This is good. But I'm quite interested to know how Bitcoin came into the subject. It seems it came out of nowhere. It might help if it is included in the subject in such a way that students know where it is coming from. The technology of Bitcoin might have more impact on them; they'll probably appreciate it more if it is put into a context.
With the way it is inserted in the subject, I simply can't connect the dots. Perhaps the sub-topic Bitcoin fits well under the topic Money or How Money Works or Our Monetary System or any related topic within your Economics class.
Bitcoin needs a sort of an introduction or a set-up. After all, it is a technology that came out as a reaction. So, what was it reacting to? Why did Satoshi came out of it? The answer to these questions should be the topic prior to Bitcoin. I'm simply saying the subject should have a proper flow. It appears to me everything is out of structure.
With the way it is inserted in the subject, I simply can't connect the dots. Perhaps the sub-topic Bitcoin fits well under the topic Money or How Money Works or Our Monetary System or any related topic within your Economics class.
Bitcoin needs a sort of an introduction or a set-up. After all, it is a technology that came out as a reaction. So, what was it reacting to? Why did Satoshi came out of it? The answer to these questions should be the topic prior to Bitcoin. I'm simply saying the subject should have a proper flow. It appears to me everything is out of structure.
This is a huge step in the adoption of technology and every country should at least help their citizens understand the difference between Crypto and Bitcoin.
Bitcoin is the first decentralized currency on the blockchain, Crypto is mostly shitcoin with the same work, and different names.
Take Ethereum and Polygon (Matic) for an example. I am sure they both do the same thing right?
Bitcoin is the first decentralized currency on the blockchain, Crypto is mostly shitcoin with the same work, and different names.
Take Ethereum and Polygon (Matic) for an example. I am sure they both do the same thing right?
Always nice to see things like this, however I'm curious if this was a compulsory class or is this something that's optional? I'm glad to hear they responded well to it. I'm just not completely sold on the idea of teaching Bitcoin to children quite yet. Honestly, that might just be because our culture here, they probably wouldn't benefit from it, but I suppose in certain other cultures, Bitcoin is actually becoming pretty much something they'll encounter on the daily. So, I'll admit it might be the culture gap.
I'm not bashing the idea, I love it that there's people out there doing this sort of stuff, and I know in my teenager years I would've been absolutely loving a class like this. However, for any younger children I don't think teaching them quite yet what Bitcoin is, and what it can be used for will be that useful. Although, I tend to think we teach the concept of money too early to children anyway.
I'm not bashing the idea, I love it that there's people out there doing this sort of stuff, and I know in my teenager years I would've been absolutely loving a class like this. However, for any younger children I don't think teaching them quite yet what Bitcoin is, and what it can be used for will be that useful. Although, I tend to think we teach the concept of money too early to children anyway.
Yea I agree with Welsh and everyone here more or less, its a great idea and a great initiative
by the OP to educate others about Bitcoin. Its a bold step and I'm impressed with the school
principal for allowing this to happen.
Like Welsh I'm not sure teaching 'Junior' classes the concept, they may be too young,
but definitely students preparing for their next level of education or going into the workforce
after high school is beneficial for sure.
From the images it looks like a different sort if learning, students have to use their imagination
and visualisation differently without computers.
This is great. Its deserves more Merit im out unfortunately
This is something Schools should include. Even a small portion of topic in any major ones could help everyone understand how the blockchain works especially the bitcoin technology. There are some countries pobably considering this and some might have implemented it already to give general knowledge on this. Even basic one can help anyone grasp even the tiniest detail out of it and the rest will be easier.
Bravo Brother! Good to see it's finally going down to your village, Ensure information been shared is well assimilated and it sink's in.
Bitcoin shouldn't be seen as a way to get quick funds but serves and a store house of wealth, I believe that must be higher classes, teach them in advance how to use Bitcoin in really life application. To use Bitcoin in them day to day activities.
Financial literacy is another thing Brother, Think about, Our previous Generations have been playing by the old rule's ( Go too school, get good grades and get a good job, fvck the Rat race ) and all of that don't prepare them for Real life Ahead. Let em know how money works, how to make money work for them and that having more money isn't the problem.
Accounting, investing and understanding the law will be a good guide to them, these are my little additions- Learning that from a tender age will prepare the ahead. Please, punishment and mockery shouldn't be given when they fail, it's the best way to learn. I don't know how to explain this further. Even the best fail and makes mistakes.
Bitcoin shouldn't be seen as a way to get quick funds but serves and a store house of wealth, I believe that must be higher classes, teach them in advance how to use Bitcoin in really life application. To use Bitcoin in them day to day activities.
Financial literacy is another thing Brother, Think about, Our previous Generations have been playing by the old rule's ( Go too school, get good grades and get a good job, fvck the Rat race ) and all of that don't prepare them for Real life Ahead. Let em know how money works, how to make money work for them and that having more money isn't the problem.
Accounting, investing and understanding the law will be a good guide to them, these are my little additions- Learning that from a tender age will prepare the ahead. Please, punishment and mockery shouldn't be given when they fail, it's the best way to learn. I don't know how to explain this further. Even the best fail and makes mistakes.
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This is a great initiative and congratulations for taking the bold step to bring more young people to the knowledge of Bitcoin and Blockchain, though i understand this might be an initiative you have started on your own and not getting paid for it, I believe that in no distance future from today, the subject of Blockchain, Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies can become a course which our children can study in school, just like they study Medicine to become Doctors and Nurses, Law to become lawyers, Mass communication to become Tv and Radio station AOPs etc. , our children can study Blockchain to become Blockchain Engineers, Blockchain Developers, Blockchain Analysts, etc. , the potentials are endless.
And by the way @Agbe, please resize the images, I don't know the kind of device you are using but they are too large on mine, and I believe its large for some other users too, you probably have posted images on the forum before, I believe you know how to resize.
But just incase...HERE's how
And by the way @Agbe, please resize the images, I don't know the kind of device you are using but they are too large on mine, and I believe its large for some other users too, you probably have posted images on the forum before, I believe you know how to resize.
But just incase...HERE's how
Code:
[img height=enter number from 100 up width=enter number from 100 up]-image link[/img]
Well done Agbe. In my estimation this is a step in the right direction. The village high school principal seems like someone who is open to new ideas by giving you a chance to educate the kids on Bitcoin. Kids in junior high and senior high should be in their teenage years so as a teacher you have done well by giving them an intro. Also, I hope for two things one an assessment at the end of the school term to test their knowledge. Secondly, please be do not punish those who fail to grab the concepts by adding their scores to their school or class performance sheet.
Great initiative and kudos to you for taking out the effort to do this. In my experience schools do not require this course in the curriculum, so it's most likely an elective which you added for the pupils; if they are interested, which I feel most teenagers would be.
If you plan to teach things like this to kids, I believe a kid friendly approach should be used. The idea should not be to make them aware of who invested Bitcoin or what is the first cryptocurrency, rather they should try their knowledge in understanding some concepts like decentralization which I feel, would peak their interest.
Also, images, graphs and charts could be used to further simplify the concept to them.
If you plan to teach things like this to kids, I believe a kid friendly approach should be used. The idea should not be to make them aware of who invested Bitcoin or what is the first cryptocurrency, rather they should try their knowledge in understanding some concepts like decentralization which I feel, would peak their interest.
Also, images, graphs and charts could be used to further simplify the concept to them.
make transactions to any country without limit
One of the most important aspect in bitcoin that i love to hear is in this aspect, this have solved the lingering challenges of cross boarder transactions fee amd delay, this was made easy to use anytime anywhere with the help of the introduction of bitcoin, nkw taking a firther step to enlighten the teenage students in schools is a good and a welcome idea that could help create kore understanding about bitcoin and its need for adoption.
Always nice to see things like this, however I'm curious if this was a compulsory class or is this something that's optional? I'm glad to hear they responded well to it. I'm just not completely sold on the idea of teaching Bitcoin to children quite yet. Honestly, that might just be because our culture here, they probably wouldn't benefit from it, but I suppose in certain other cultures, Bitcoin is actually becoming pretty much something they'll encounter on the daily. So, I'll admit it might be the culture gap.
I'm not bashing the idea, I love it that there's people out there doing this sort of stuff, and I know in my teenager years I would've been absolutely loving a class like this. However, for any younger children I don't think teaching them quite yet what Bitcoin is, and what it can be used for will be that useful. Although, I tend to think we teach the concept of money too early to children anyway.
I'm not bashing the idea, I love it that there's people out there doing this sort of stuff, and I know in my teenager years I would've been absolutely loving a class like this. However, for any younger children I don't think teaching them quite yet what Bitcoin is, and what it can be used for will be that useful. Although, I tend to think we teach the concept of money too early to children anyway.
And the principal accepted my request. So yesterday, I entered the class to start the teaching. In fact the students really enjoyed the class. In the evaluation time, the students respond well. I believe that is a good development. And the following scheme of work and the lesson note was form to start the almost gone academic session.
That's a great idea, and the principal tried to help by giving you the opportunity to educate secondary school students about Bitcoin and cryptocurrency. If enough people take their time and do something like you, our local communities will be aware of Bitcoin.
This initiative of yours is very good. If all the boys and girls are taught about winning in all the educational institutions, then they will be able to work with bitcoin and in this way they will be able to improve their lives. Thank you for your kind thinking
This is quite impressive to see you've managed to do it and incorporating it with financial education would be a good idea. I hope someone has access to the Internet in those rooms in case you get an interesting question and need to look more into it.
In this example, "we" probably meant the community (ie someone pointed this out to me and told me how to fix it).
There were likely always more contributors than the one person working on this but I don't think satoshi was a group but rather a figurehead type person (especially considering they corresponded quite a bit with individuals at the start).
There were definitely other groups and other developers working on the software and making forks by 2011 (eg electrum).
But even Satoshi Nakamoto also used, "We", that means, he was not alone in the project.
We're working on a release soon that puts a password on the JSON-RPC interface, but until then, avoid using the -server switch, and don't web browse on the same machine where bitcoind is running.
In this example, "we" probably meant the community (ie someone pointed this out to me and told me how to fix it).
There were likely always more contributors than the one person working on this but I don't think satoshi was a group but rather a figurehead type person (especially considering they corresponded quite a bit with individuals at the start).
There were definitely other groups and other developers working on the software and making forks by 2011 (eg electrum).
This the step we have to take to make the future a better one! slowly but surely we will reach that destination one day! We may not get the full benefits but our next generation will get that.
Thanks you very much for the links. Really it will help me in my next presentations.
But even Satoshi Nakamoto also used, "We", that means, he was not alone in the project.
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.12262
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.9813
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.8402
But even Satoshi Nakamoto also used, "We", that means, he was not alone in the project.
We're working on a release soon that puts a password on the JSON-RPC interface, but until then, avoid using the -server switch, and don't web browse on the same machine where bitcoind is running.
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.4263https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.12262
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.9813
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.8402
Yes, it was worked on by multiple people (a.k.a. contributors) because Bitcoin is an open-source project after all, but Satoshi Nakamoto initially launched it. Satoshi launched the software first, then the contributors jumped in and helped.
In the midst of limited educational facilities, I admit that initial education comes from those who want to know the world of Bitcoin. despite the material you present and some things that may still not match the factual sources, so far I appreciate your actions. It's just that the theories collected must be taken from the curriculum of government programs. Initiative alone will not be in line with your country's educational goals. Because basically, a learning process at the education unit level refers to the curriculum. If you may know what learning model is applied? because usually in schools the learning process will focus on the chosen method is the intelligence of a teacher so that the material presented can be more easily understood.
Whether it is inquiry based, Problem Based Learning, Cooperative Learning, and many more The choice of methods will make it very easy for you.
Whether it is inquiry based, Problem Based Learning, Cooperative Learning, and many more The choice of methods will make it very easy for you.
I suggest doing a bit more reading due to the slight sort of 'inaccuracies' in your presentation.
- it's not confirmed that Satoshi Nakamoto is actually a group
- Bitcoin isn't the first cryptocurrency
- Bitcoin isn't under the "stock exchange market" category
Totally appreciate the effort and the enthusiasm though. Hopefully the rest of your presentation are accurate and focused on the fundamentals rather than the "invest and get rich!" kind of presentation.
* If you like reading articles: https://coindesk.com/learn
* If you like reading books: https://theinternetofmoney.info/
* If you like watching videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPQwGV1aLnTuN6kdNWlElfr2tzigB9Nnj
- it's not confirmed that Satoshi Nakamoto is actually a group
- Bitcoin isn't the first cryptocurrency
- Bitcoin isn't under the "stock exchange market" category
Totally appreciate the effort and the enthusiasm though. Hopefully the rest of your presentation are accurate and focused on the fundamentals rather than the "invest and get rich!" kind of presentation.
* If you like reading articles: https://coindesk.com/learn
* If you like reading books: https://theinternetofmoney.info/
* If you like watching videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPQwGV1aLnTuN6kdNWlElfr2tzigB9Nnj
Thanks you very much for the links. Really it will help me in my next presentations.
But even Satoshi Nakamoto also used, "We", that means, he was not alone in the project.
We're working on a release soon that puts a password on the JSON-RPC interface, but until then, avoid using the -server switch, and don't web browse on the same machine where bitcoind is running.
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.4263https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.12262
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.9813
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.8402
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