Skills You’ll Learn
Crypto Literacy
An intermediate understanding of the history of cryptocurrency from 2009 to present, from Bitcoin to NFTs
Web3 Literacy
An in-depth understanding of the development of the web and how blockchain changes relationships, transactions, and ownership both online and in the physical world
NFT Appraisal
How to determine the value of an NFT, based on aesthetics, utility, cultural significance, and more
Critical Thinking
How to speak about cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology, and NFT culture in an analytical way, and how to analyze new offerings in the space
Creative Thinking
Thinking about blockchain as a tool that can be used to challenge existing power structures and give power back to individuals across industries
Understanding of the Metaverse
Being able to look into our digital future with context, and to think about whether or not certain developments, like activities, products, and advertising, are good or bad for those of us spending more and more time in the metaverse
Class Summary
This is a comprehensive course designed to introduce students to NFTs and the numerous opportunities that are being explored in crypto today. Beginning with current examples, students will learn how and why NFT technology emerged, and how it has changed various aspects of the art world. Then, we will look at projects that are challenging how NFTs are used beyond art and humanities, including gaming, fashion, events, decentralized finance, and social justice. We will also take some time to explore the metaverse and think about connections between the digital and physical worlds.
Who Is This For
- Students of all backgrounds and levels of crypto literacy, from beginners to experts.
- Curious thinkers, artists, writers, designers, curators, game developers, software engineers, financiers, technologists
- Anyone interested in entering any of these fields.
Class Takeaways
After taking this class, students will be equipped to
- Speak eloquently and confidently about NFTs, topics in web3, and the metaverse.
- Be inspired to get involved with crypto assets and participate in crypto projects
- Know enough about web3 and NFTs to land job interviews in the crypto industry.
Curriculum
Creator
Vinny
Hi Everyone!
I'm Vinny.
I have been writing, researching, and editing articles about digital art, NFTs, web3 technology, and trends in the metaverse since 2021. I think critically about the innovations and movements in the space so as to inspire thoughtful critique about what is happening in the crypto industry, which is often filled with hype and buzzwords. In addition to this, I have spoken at numerous conferences about NFTs and was recently invited to teach topics in web3 at both the Sotheby's Institute and the Berlin Art Institute and to write a book about the history of cryptoart.
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