Bitcoin in the educational sector

[colinistheman]

However, New Zealand has announced that it will include Bitcoin in their curriculum.

Your statement is incomplete and highly misleading. To be precise, the New Zealand government has decided to make financial literacy a mandatory part of the national curriculum. The main aim is to equip students with basic knowledge of money management, budgeting, fraud detection, taxation and risk management. Bitcoin and digital assets are not the focus, they are just a small part, and they will focus more on blockchain technology. Bitcoin is considered an example of a digital asset and knowledge of digital assets will be introduced from grade 6 onwards.

https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/ED2511/S00047/new-zealands-2026-financial-education-mandate-embraces-digital-currency-learning.htm

[sunsilk]

Fundamentals or the basics are truly important. It doesn't have to be taught the entire thing that people might be overwhelmed with the information that they could get.

And that's where everyone should start, I saw some of those communities in other locals that they're making their own way of spreading the fundamentals about Bitcoin through conducting learning drives of teaching young ones about it.

Usually the youth is who will decide the future of the country. They will also contribute for the betterment of the economy. We can't deny the fact that future leaders will be someone emerging from the youth and if this youth had enough information about bitcoins will only make them support bitcoins in future. Maybe once the youth takes over, we can even see mass adoption and legalization of bitcoins as the youth will know the benefit and features of bitcoins.

For this, educating the youth is really important and we should treat it as an important aspect to secure the future of bitcoins.

We don't have to wait for the youth, although they're the next generation. But I am afraid that many of them are very distracted by social media and by the society that they're living in.

They don't even have an idea of how to be a good investor until they start to feel that the global economy is eating their purchasing power and that's why they'll look for that.

So to speak with that, experience is giving them an idea on how to move forward and get to know more with assets that will give them a better status of living in the future.

I agree that we should educate the youth but it's just that many of them, or the majority of them are attentive to some other things that keeps them distracted.

[FortuneFollower]

It is not such a bad idea to think of that the bitcoin technology should be included in the curriculum of our institution. Because by doing so the younger generation will automatically be groomed with the technology and their coming up which will help reduce the rate of unemployed youths in the long run. But then here is the challenge:
Will the folks with the knowledge agree to do that for as low as our institutions management pay ?

Will dey be ready to do so?
This are The few questions that came to my head when I saw this post.

I don't think it will help with unemployment much; more likely, it would just raise awareness and overall knowledge of the space in general, which is good too.

[r_victory]

I would say that schools should not only include instruction on investing in Bitcoin in their curriculum, but also on investing in general. School prepares you for the job market, but it doesn't always prepare you for life. Basic finance education and financial intelligence should be mandatory in public schools; I know some private schools that already teach it.

[CryptoBuds]

I would say that schools should not only include instruction on investing in Bitcoin in their curriculum, but also on investing in general. School prepares you for the job market, but it doesn't always prepare you for life. Basic finance education and financial intelligence should be mandatory in public schools; I know some private schools that already teach it.

Agreed, financial education and financial literacy is something that the government and education department should consider including in the public education curriculum, not just bitcoin. Introducing bitcoin into education won't add much value if students don't grasp the basics of finance. Such as money management, saving, investing, inflation, financial risk or how the economy works...

If equipped with adequate financial knowledge, students will easily learn about Bitcoin on their own and can even grasp any new financial opportunities in the future. Meanwhile, if they are only taught about bitcoin, they will be limited and left behind if bitcoin is unfortunately no longer a global financial trend.

[bubilas]

Bitcoin has been a life saver to many people, as it was targeted to fill in the bridge in the economic sector, the lapses of hard currency. And it's spread is global in the last 16years which is alarming and fast. Hence no country can even denie the global impact of Bitcoin.

But,  devoid the spread of Bitcoin some persons still don't know what Bitcoin is all about, some just know that there is something like Bitcoin but, if you ask them "what is Bitcoin?" Or what do you understand by Bitcoin? They may not give you any reasonable answer.

Hence, I think schools should put Bitcoin knowledge into their scheme because, Bitcoin has helped millions out of poverty and is still doing so. Hence, these educational institutions should look for a way to intimate the young growing ones on the need to invest in Bitcoin. The school is a place to be educated on the most recent happenings and how to get yourself with the need knowledge to avoid poverty.

Hence, educational institutions should take the responsibility to see that out younger generation know Bitcoin and how to invest in crypto currency.

Unfortunately, the concept of Bitcoin is firmly linked to speculation and investment. Even if you educate the younger generation about Bitcoin and its advantages, such as openness, fairness, and immutability, if someone tries to invest in Bitcoin, they risk losing money. This is why schools still don't teach cryptocurrency theory and assignments widely.
Natural selection works in such a way that only those who are self-motivated to learn about cryptocurrencies, and Bitcoin in particular, learn about them because they're not forced to learn them at school. And because of this, everyone involved in cryptocurrencies is a pure enthusiast.

[ZAINmalik75]

It depends on whether the school wants to include education about Bitcoin in their school or not. But in some countries the educational curriculum is fully regulated by the government, so educational institutions cannot carelessly add new material without official approval.

So, while we assume that understanding Bitcoin is something young people need today, expecting educational institutions to incorporate it into their official curriculum anytime soon may be somewhat unrealistic.

However, from what I know, currently there are several educational institutions that include crypto and blockchain asset materials in their curriculum, although they are still limited to university levels and certain study programs. But if Bitcoin adoption becomes wider in the future, it is possible that the government will consider formally including this material in the curriculum

You are right, adding Bitcoin and blockchain technology to the school curriculum might not be an easy thing; however, private institutions can offer courses about Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies where people can get enrolled and learn about Bitcoin and the technology behind it. They should get a diploma or something once they finish the course, but it's not even necessary if they are doing it only for learning purposes, but if someone is trying to become a blockchain developer or something, that's a different thing.

I also think that it's better if Bitcoin and blockchain technology is taught in upper classes and not in school, because children at school should learn the basic stuff that are more important, and then when they go to high school or college, there they should be taught about these new technologies and financial stuff that will be helpful for their future.

[Chibit01]

I would say that schools should not only include instruction on investing in Bitcoin in their curriculum, but also on investing in general. School prepares you for the job market, but it doesn't always prepare you for life. Basic finance education and financial intelligence should be mandatory in public schools; I know some private schools that already teach it.

Educational settings really need to be changed and work on, if they want to produce more productive people in the next generation, they should try to teach more on how to be problem solvers, financial education and not to be repeating one thing which won’t help in times of chasing real life situations.

And if crypto is to come into the mainstream they should not forget to include risk management and not just talking about profit all should be thought on how to protect their asset from being destroyed due to wrong choice of investment.

[Raflesia]

I would say that schools should not only include instruction on investing in Bitcoin in their curriculum, but also on investing in general. School prepares you for the job market, but it doesn't always prepare you for life. Basic finance education and financial intelligence should be mandatory in public schools; I know some private schools that already teach it.

Educational settings really need to be changed and work on, if they want to produce more productive people in the next generation, they should try to teach more on how to be problem solvers, financial education and not to be repeating one thing which won’t help in times of chasing real life situations.

And if crypto is to come into the mainstream they should not forget to include risk management and not just talking about profit all should be thought on how to protect their asset from being destroyed due to wrong choice of investment.

Such things can happen if indeed the government in a country applies friendly to bitcoin or even adopts bitcoin then this is possible, but for now it is clear that it is still very difficult because even though some countries including some large countries are quite open to bitcoin but there will still be more countries that currently view bitcoin as their obstacle in advancing their economic turnover and the system they have built for a long time.

It clearly will not be used as a means of innovation for those who are still against bitcoin so that the curriculum will never be held when the focus is on bitcoin.
We now only have to focus on what we want to do especially when we want to educate our children to understand more about how bitcoin works because when we only expect the government to do this then it might take a long time to be realized.

[tottong]

Educational settings really need to be changed and work on, if they want to produce more productive people in the next generation, they should try to teach more on how to be problem solvers, financial education and not to be repeating one thing which won’t help in times of chasing real life situations.

And if crypto is to come into the mainstream they should not forget to include risk management and not just talking about profit all should be thought on how to protect their asset from being destroyed due to wrong choice of investment.

We also need to consider the limits of education if crypto is generally introduced into the curriculum. In my opinion, children still in elementary or secondary school are not yet suitable for learning about crypto.
It would be better to implement this in a university environment because they are already mature and capable of taking responsibility for themselves, so the opportunity to achieve the financial freedom we often talk about would be within the appropriate category.

There are many things that need to be taught, not just limited to investment concepts. If children only think about how to make easy money, without supporting knowledge about risk management, it will be difficult for them during market fluctuations like the current one.

[MArsland]

However, New Zealand has announced that it will include Bitcoin in their curriculum.

Your statement is incomplete and highly misleading. To be precise, the New Zealand government has decided to make financial literacy a mandatory part of the national curriculum. The main aim is to equip students with basic knowledge of money management, budgeting, fraud detection, taxation and risk management. Bitcoin and digital assets are not the focus, they are just a small part, and they will focus more on blockchain technology. Bitcoin is considered an example of a digital asset and knowledge of digital assets will be introduced from grade 6 onwards.

https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/ED2511/S00047/new-zealands-2026-financial-education-mandate-embraces-digital-currency-learning.htm

You provide clarity which is important because it takes explanation to understand the curriculum in outline so the material derivative of the curriculum focuses on blockchain technology. So it is clear that bitcoin is only an example or can be called a case study because it has succeeded in becoming a pioneer in introducing blockchain technology to the world.

In conclusion Curriculum(foundation) - topic (blockchain) - Bitcoin (implementation).

[allthebitandbobs]

As of now, I see that there are few emerging courses around blockchain and teenagers are showing interest in those courses which will make bitcoin and blockchain much popular among these teenagers. Also if we compare the data, most of teenagers will prefer investing in bitcoins once they starting getting paid from their first job. They will always be amused by bitcoins and will also look at it as a cool way of investment. So I don't think it is that difficult among teenagers to adapt bitcoins.

But yes, students mostly in higher secondary schools should be educated about bitcoins or blockchain not because they should invest but because they should have enough financial knowledge to make their own decisions once they are mature enough to start investing.

[Fivestar4everMVP]

Hence, educational institutions should take the responsibility to see that out younger generation know Bitcoin and how to invest in crypto currency.

Sorry but you are simply wasting your time thinking about that is not possible, not now, not ever will schools integrate a bitcoin curriculum or studies in their system, and this because the school system isn't designed to make you free, the school system is so decided to keep you in chains for as long as you live, this is why they tell you to go to school, read a course, graduate, get a job and be paid salary every month, you are expected to depend on this salary until you get old and retire, by this old age, you can hi longer do anything for yourself any more, you will simply depend on your pension while you wait for death to come, you've been exploited, you've been used, they have chewed you, extracted every juice in you and spit you out like chewing gum.

Schools don't teach you to invest or build businesses, they teach you to graduate and get a salary paying job from companies built by those who were wise enough to escape being trapped by what they were taught in school..
If you want your children to learn and know about bitcoin, it's your responsibility as the parents to teach them, dont depend on schools cus schools won't.

[Popkon6]

Hence, educational institutions should take the responsibility to see that out younger generation know Bitcoin and how to invest in crypto currency.

Bitcoin is spread all over the world, and this Bitcoin plays the most effective role in getting the touch of the modern world. However, people in almost all countries of the world are experienced and want to live by holding on to Bitcoin, Bitcoin plays a significant role in eliminating future economic shortages. It is the duty of every citizen to get education about Bitcoin, but in some countries Bitcoin has not been declared legal, due to which they do not get education about Bitcoin officially. Although a large number of people are expressing interest in Bitcoin education personally, this forum plays the most important role in getting Bitcoin education.
However, I say that officially the government of every country should definitely educate the people of the country in schools to get education about this Bitcoin.

[Hamza2424]

Hence, educational institutions should take the responsibility to see that out younger generation know Bitcoin and how to invest in crypto currency.

That's a very good suggestion so what are you doing to make this happen in your local place, like are you planning on running a campaign or what so they could add this to the syllabus!

As at least a formal request should be made to the education department in your country and if I want it then I should also put a formal request in the education department but of course, I alone can't do anything that's why we need to gather few people to show us to them.

Although I agree with your idea and they have adopted the crypto recently as well, so maybe they are already thinking to add this into their syllabus already, if not then we must put a formal request by gathering all the heads, deans, and principals of any institute we can.

[vanesha]

I don't agree with learning to invest in bitcoin, it would be useful if he understood the market, introducing bitcoin only to the market seems unnecessary, what needs to be learned is the security system, transparency & especially blockchain technology so if investment is taught in schools it seems less suitable unless you have entered college

[Juicyhome]

I don't agree with learning to invest in bitcoin, it would be useful if he understood the market, introducing bitcoin only to the market seems unnecessary, what needs to be learned is the security system, transparency & especially blockchain technology so if investment is taught in schools it seems less suitable unless you have entered college

what are you even saying? The security system, transparency and blockchain you recommended for leaning is it not people that is interested in Bitcoin or crypto you will reach? After the knowledge you recommended without them investing, ok f what use is the knowledge? In crypto investment or Bitcoin,no one knows it all. You must not be expert before investing in Bitcoin,you just have to buy while you learn.  Because it doesn't add you anything, anybody can make profit from Bitcoin, the only required is to buy and hodl once you can buy and sell, other knowledge is a Plus.

[vanesha]

I don't agree with learning to invest in bitcoin, it would be useful if he understood the market, introducing bitcoin only to the market seems unnecessary, what needs to be learned is the security system, transparency & especially blockchain technology so if investment is taught in schools it seems less suitable unless you have entered college

what are you even saying? The security system, transparency and blockchain you recommended for leaning is it not people that is interested in Bitcoin or crypto you will reach? After the knowledge you recommended without them investing, ok f what use is the knowledge? In crypto investment or Bitcoin,no one knows it all. You must not be expert before investing in Bitcoin,you just have to buy while you learn.  Because it doesn't add you anything, anybody can make profit from Bitcoin, the only required is to buy and hodl once you can buy and sell, other knowledge is a Plus.

Isn't what I said about learning in school a potential job opportunity? The market is indeed important, but it doesn't always lead to investment. With these skills, students should be able to generate new ideas and innovations to build more ambitious projects. I'm just expressing my opinion on whether Bitcoin should be included in school curriculum.

[Furious 7]

Isn't what I said about learning in school a potential job opportunity? The market is indeed important, but it doesn't always lead to investment. With these skills, students should be able to generate new ideas and innovations to build more ambitious projects. I'm just expressing my opinion on whether Bitcoin should be included in school curriculum.

We need to realize that some of us are more concerned about minimizing risk so why only bitcoin investment is the main focus.
It will be great when we try to introduce as a whole or cover what you said including in a new trade or project but this condition has a greater risk than investing in bitcoin because in the end apart from the goal of making financial freedom a goal we also intend to provide an understanding that risk is important.

Investing in bitcoin does have risks but when we compare it to other things such as trading or investing other than in bitcoin, the risk of being in bitcoin is still the least so why some of us prioritize bitcoin as the main focus.

[fuguebtc]

Hence, educational institutions should take the responsibility to see that out younger generation know Bitcoin and how to invest in crypto currency.

Sorry but you are simply wasting your time thinking about that is not possible, not now, not ever will schools integrate a bitcoin curriculum or studies in their system, and this because the school system isn't designed to make you free, the school system is so decided to keep you in chains for as long as you live, this is why they tell you to go to school, read a course, graduate, get a job and be paid salary every month, you are expected to depend on this salary until you get old and retire, by this old age, you can hi longer do anything for yourself any more, you will simply depend on your pension while you wait for death to come, you've been exploited, you've been used, they have chewed you, extracted every juice in you and spit you out like chewing gum.

Schools don't teach you to invest or build businesses, they teach you to graduate and get a salary paying job from companies built by those who were wise enough to escape being trapped by what they were taught in school..
If you want your children to learn and know about bitcoin, it's your responsibility as the parents to teach them, dont depend on schools cus schools won't.

There is no school system designed to tie us down, and they just tell us to get a job, work for someone else, and never go into business for ourselves. These are just your own narrow-minded thoughts, nothing more.


Schools and education have only one mission, to provide basic knowledge such as reading, writing, mathematics and logical thinking. They taught us discipline and habits like punctuality, diligence and responsibility. Or social skills like communication, teamwork and behavior. They are under no obligation to teach you how to start a business or how to get rich. Making money will depend on each person and depends on each person's thinking, will and courage. Because not everyone wants to start a business, invest or do business.

For example, if you are a coward, don't dare to take risks, are irresponsible and only like to rely on and blame others. Even if school teaches you about investing and business, it will be a waste because you will not have the courage to do those things.

You think you can join forums, invest in bitcoin without education? How can you read, write, add, subtract, multiply, divide and use a laptop to do work without education? Do you think Satoshi could have created Bitcoin if he had no education?

If you fail in life, it's your fault, don't blame education, government or even your parents.