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Grade 9-12

On-Demand Webinar

The Crypto Craze: Bitcoin & Other Currencies

Time: 60 mins,

Presenter: Tawni Ferrarini

Teacher Version

Objective Standards Summary Description Resources

Objective

Teachers will be able to:

Define cryptocurrency as opposed to “fiat” money.
Highlight how cryptocurrency works, and is less regulated by federal governments than owned by “the people.”

Standards

State Standards

Concepts

Financial Investments, Financial Markets

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In this economics webinar, explore what cryptocurrencies are and how they present “investment” opportunities for everyone.

Description

Bitcoin and other “cryptos” are now discussed widely in the media.

Through interactives, teachers will gain access to tools that advance students’ understanding of sound money, diversified investment, and technology advancements. Each factor’s contribution to overall, individual economic prosperity will be investigated.