FETC 2020

C099 | Portfolios on Steroids! Blockchain Fundamentals for Technology Departments (Room Lincoln Road F)

16 Jan 20
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Tracks: Future of EdTech Information Technology

Speaker(s): Kiran Athota, CEO, FOCALPOINTK12, Inc.; Wendy Oliver, Chief Learning Architect, Partners for Digital Learning

You don't have to be a futurist to understand how Blockchain is being used in K-12. You have heard of Cryptocurrency, but have you thought about how blockchain technology applies in K-12 education? Believe it or not, it does, and the use of this technology enables learning data to be life-long and student-centric. Imagine how powerful it would be to potential employers if students have badges they’ve earned in the same location as transcripts. In this session you will receive your own credential or certificate on Blockchain for attending.