Don’t panic. We are going to be talking about Blockchain technology today. I know nothing makes you panic more than somebody telling you not to panic, but there’s something that happens on people’s faces whenever you mention blockchain. Their eyes glaze over, they look like they’re ready to run, and they certainly aren’t okay with listening. I’m in the business of edTech, and that means I’m all about making learning accessible. By the end of this article, you will understand everything you need to know about Blockchain technology and how it relates to edTech. Ready?
What is Blockchain?
Blockchain is difficult to understand and brand-new, right? No! Blockchain technology was invented in the early 80s. It just didn’t become well used until cryptocurrency bitcoin became part of our world.
Einstein said, “If you can’t explain something to a 6-year-old, you probably don’t understand it yourself.” To prove this little theory, I will make blockchain technology entirely understandable for somebody with no previous knowledge. If you have a toddler in your life, I highly…
