Ed3 Weekly Issue #112: People Have the Power
Web3 and education resources for a (truly) future-ready classroom
"I awakened to the cry that the people have the power to redeem the work of fools." – Patti Smith
These lyrics capture the spirit of Web3, where the possibilities of individual ownership and control over our digital lives are becoming a reality.
The recent announcement by Microsoft of the shutdown of Flip, a beloved platform among educators and students, highlights the vulnerabilities of centralized Web2. But what if we could create a future where our digital creations, learning journeys, and data truly belonged to us?
In this issue of Ed3 Weekly, we explore how Web3 technologies empower learners to reclaim control and promote self-sovereignty in education. We'll check out Bitcoin education, including innovative approaches like the Bitcoin LARP game that make complex concepts accessible and engaging.
Lisa's journey with Bitcoin++, where she is working to provide structured education in the Bitcoin space through her platform Base58, is a fascinating initiative that offers courses on Bitcoin technical development and innovative tools to make learning about Bitcoin fun and accessible. Her vision for Base58 includes expanding the curriculum to cover advanced topics such as Taproot, Lightning Network, and covenants, all aimed at optimizing transaction efficiency and fee management.
In the realm of Web3, NTU Singapore and HackQuest have partnered to launch a free MOOC designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to develop Web3 projects and business ideas. This course emphasizes decentralized finance (DeFi), smart contracts, and the importance of building communities for the success of Web3 initiatives.
Additionally, we'll explore the growth of AI in Africa, examining its impact on business resources, entrepreneurial opportunities, and educational equality. The article by William Jackson highlights how AI is leveling the playing field for Africans, empowering their voices, and creating new business opportunities. It underscores the need for Africa to invest in its own technological infrastructure and education to fully benefit from AI, emphasizing the importance of human involvement in AI development and ethical considerations.
In the AI space, a survey by GoStudent reveals that European students are eager to learn about AI and VR, highlighting a growing digital gap in education across European countries. The report calls for increased access to technology and digital skills training in schools to prepare students for the future.
📰 Featured Articles:
Check out the resources linked below to delve deeper into the topics covered in this issue. Each resource is categorized by crypto, blockchain, and AI.
🪙 Bitcoin News
Building the Future of Bitcoin Education
The founder of Bitcoin++, is working to provide structured education in the Bitcoin space through her platform Base58, which offers courses on Bitcoin technical development, and the Bitcoin LARP game, an innovative tool designed to make learning about Bitcoin fun and accessible.
🛜 Web3 News
NTU Singapore and HackQuest launch free Web3 massive open online course for entrepreneurs
NTU Singapore and HackQuest have partnered to launch a free MOOC designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to develop Web3 projects and business ideas.
🤖 AI News
European students want to learn with AI but many don’t have access in schools, survey finds
A survey by GoStudent reveals that European students are eager to learn about AI and VR, highlighting a growing digital gap in education across European countries and the need for increased access to technology and digital skills training in schools.
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🤿 Weekly Deep Dive
Africa and The Collaborative Growth of AI Building and Development
William Jackson, M.Ed. MetaverseWP
The article discusses the growing importance of AI in Africa and the need for collaboration across the continent to harness its potential. It emphasizes that AI is leveling the playing field for Africans, empowering their voices, and creating new business opportunities. The author argues that Africa needs to invest in its own technological infrastructure and education to fully benefit from AI.
It also highlights the importance of human involvement in AI development and the need to address ethical considerations. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of African investment in AI to avoid economic domination by foreign entities and ensure that the technology is used for the betterment of the continent.
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