Fundamentals of Blockchain & Cryptography
Course Description
Blockchain seems to be the latest buzzword that the business world is taking about. But what is it? And why should a high school student care? This course will seek to answer those questions. It will strip away the layers of complexity and sophistication to help students understand the key concepts of the blockchain. The course will introduce and discuss applications where blockchain has the greatest potential.
Course Requirements
Grade Level
9-12
Materials
None
Duration
1 Semester
Credit Value
0.5
Prerequisites
None
Major Concepts
Module 1: Introduction to blockchain and the Blockchain
Module 2: Blockchain and Transactions
Module 3: Blockchain and Education
Module 4: Blockchain and Identity
Module 5: Blockchain and Smart Contracts
Module 6: Blockchain and Music
Module 7: Blockchain and Voting
Module 8: Blockchain and Healthcare