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How to Get Into Blockchain

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How to Get Into Blockchain

Instructors: Evangelos Pournaras

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

No prior experience required

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

No prior experience required

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Describe blockchain concepts and principles, articulating their key functionalities.
Explain current applications of blockchain, relating its practical usage in different domains.
Evaluate diverse blockchain technologies, considering advantages, disadvantages, and associated social, legal, and ethical considerations.
Identify essential skills and differentiate career trajectories in blockchain, constructing a career development plan.

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Taught in English

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Blockchain technologies, the driving force behind cryptocurrencies, have the potential to revolutionise the exchange of value, ownership and transactions by providing trust, security and transparency.

The blockchain industry is booming and it's projected to grow so if you are looking for a lucrative career path, then a specialisation in blockchain technologies is one of the best tech career moves. This online course teaches you how to navigate the fascinating world of blockchain technologies. You will understand what blockchain is and how it works. You'll also learn about the transformative impact of blockchain on the banking sector and urban landscapes, offering trust, security, and transparency. Discover the diverse career opportunities, from blockchain developer to legal expert, and gain insights into the skills you need for a successful journey in this dynamic field. Click Start, a nationwide training programme designed to help young people develop digital skills, offers this course. Click Start offers scholarships giving free access to young people in the UK. Follow the link in the Click Start icon on the top, to check if you are eligible for free access!

Module details

Are you ready to unlock the power of blockchain? In Week 1, you will learn the essentials of blockchain, what it is, how it works and what it is used for.

What's included

4 videos9 readings2 assignments1 peer review3 discussion prompts

4 videosTotal 14 minutes

Welcome to the course1 minute
Demystifying blockchain2 minutes
Blockchain in action5 minutes
Overview of blockchain use cases and applications5 minutes

9 readingsTotal 70 minutes

Getting started10 minutes
Lesson 1: Overview5 minutes
Introduction to blockchain10 minutes
How blockchains work10 minutes
Lesson 1: Summary5 minutes
Lesson 2: Overview5 minutes
Blockchain applications10 minutes
Your turn: Teach someone about blockchain10 minutes
Lesson 2: Summary5 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 30 minutes

Check your understanding of blockchain.15 minutes
Optional: Hashes in blockchain15 minutes

1 peer reviewTotal 60 minutes

Create your blockchain infographic60 minutes

3 discussion promptsTotal 40 minutes

Introduce yourself10 minutes
Reflection and discussion on how blockchain works20 minutes
How could blockchain shape society?10 minutes

How do blockchain technologies impact our society, and what skills are needed to navigate a career path in this field? This week explores the intersection of blockchain technologies with social, legal, and ethical considerations. This week also provides insights into the essential skills you will need and the career trajectories associated with this rapidly evolving domain.