Module 01
Introduction to Cryptocurrency
Introduction to cryptocurrency through Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, followed by an explainer and ten review questions.
Original slide files are available in the local preview. Public distribution is pending source-material review.
Learning objectives
- Recognize Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana as introductory examples.
- Connect blockchain terminology with the examples in the meeting’s trivia review.
- Read historical price claims as examples from the original presentation.
Key concepts
- Cryptocurrency
- Blockchain
- Bitcoin
- Ethereum
- Solana
- Satoshi Nakamoto
- HODL
- Smart contracts
- NFTs
- Genesis block
- Altcoins
Topics discussed
Cryptocurrency and blockchain
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana introduced the discussion of cryptocurrency and its underlying blockchain technology. Price-history charts led into an explainer about how these systems work.
Vocabulary through review
Ten questions introduced Satoshi Nakamoto, the Bitcoin pizza purchase, HODL, Ethereum, smart contracts, NFTs, Bitcoin’s supply limit, the genesis block, altcoins, and blockchain records.
Reading market examples
The price charts are historical teaching examples. They provide context for the discussion rather than current prices or investment recommendations.
Building a curriculum
The presentation outlines a planned sequence covering blockchain fundamentals, Bitcoin, wallets, Ethereum and smart contracts, and NFTs. Proposed activities include a guest speaker, wallet practice, and digital art exploration.
Original presentation
Introduction to Cryptocurrency
27 slides reviewed.
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Optional review questions
Choose an answer to review the meeting material. This quiz checks the presentation’s answer key, not current market knowledge. Historical or ambiguous answers carry notes. Responses are not saved.