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The Price of Bitcoin

The world of cryptocurrency is constantly evolving, with Bitcoin's price being the focus of many financial discussions.

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Lesson 1: What is Cryptocurrency?

Students will be able to:

Understand what fiat money is and where it gains its value
Explain what cryptocurrency is and how it works
Identify the pros and cons of bitcoin
Explain how blockchain technology works

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Lesson 2: Digging Deeper Into Cryptocurrency

Students will be able to:

Summarize what cryptocurrency mining is and how it impacts the environment
Compare and contrast proof of work and proof of stake verification methods
Explain what factors impact the value of cryptocurrency
Analyze the risks of using cryptocurrency as a form of payment in completing transactions

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Nearpod

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Lesson 3: Cryptocurrency in Action

Students will be able to:

Compare cryptocurrencies
Explain how to buy cryptocurrencies
Explain how to store cryptocurrencies using hard and soft wallets
List the pros and cons of hard and soft wallets

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Nearpod

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Lesson 4: Speculating in Cryptocurrency

Students will be able to:

Compare and contrast speculation and investing
Analyze the behavioral elements involved in cryptocurrency marketing
Analyze multiple investing options that should be considered before buying cryptocurrency
Synthesize information to decide whether or not a person should buy cryptocurrency

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Nearpod

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DEBATE: Is Cryptocurrency a Wise Investment Strategy?
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Cryptocurrency Unit

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