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Introduction to Cryptocurrencies

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Creator(s) (alphabetical)

Cliodhna Sargent

Organisation(s)

Munster Technological University

Discipline(s)

Education, Information and Communication Technologies, journalism and information, Mathematics and Statistics, Natural Sciences,

Topic(s)

Digital Learning, Learning Analytics, Open Education, Other

License

CC BY-SA

Media Format

Video

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Jeremiah Spillane

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Description

This video provides a clear and accessible introduction to cryptocurrencies, explaining what they are, how they function, and their role in today’s digital economy. Designed for beginners, it offers a foundational overview for learners exploring blockchain technology and digital finance.

Benefit of this resource and how to make the best use of it

This short video introduces the core ideas behind cryptocurrencies, including what they are, why they were created, and how they link to blockchain and digital money. Educators can easily embed or adapt it for secondary or third level teaching in computing, finance, business, or broader modules on emerging technologies.

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Sargent, C. (18/01/2024). Introduction to cryptocurrencies. National Resource Hub (Ireland). Retrieved from: https://hub.teachingandlearning.ie/resource/introduction-to-cryptocurrencies/ License: Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA).

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