Web3 and Blockchain Fundamentals Free Course For Beginners

In this course, you will learn about the exciting world of Web3 and blockchain technology. Both of these lay the foundation of the new era of the decentralized internet. You will begin the course by unraveling the core concepts of Web3, such as tokens, smart contracts, and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs). By the end of this course, you will be equipped with a fundamental understanding of this rapidly evolving landscape.

What Will You Gain from This Course

Following the completion of this course, participants will:

1. Acquire knowledge of the development from Web1 and Web2 to the revolutionary Web3 environment, highlighting the critical function of blockchain technology.
2. Establish the foundation for understanding key ideas, including digital assets, smart contracts, decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), and the blockchain trilemma.
3. Learn the seven guiding principles that are necessary to create reliable and efficient blockchain-based systems so that you can precisely and efficiently construct solutions.
4. Create an extensive framework to assess if blockchain technology is appropriate for particular use cases.
5. Make well-informed judgments based on important considerations like scalability, transparency, and trust.

Skills Acquired:

1. Digital Assets
2.  Business Strategy
3. Tokens
4. Smart Contracts
5. Blockchain
6. Frameworks
7. Web3
8. Decentralized Autonomous Organizations
9. Digital Transformation

Who Is This Course For

This course is designed for anyone who wants to understand how Web3 and blockchain technology may revolutionize a variety of industries. It meets the needs of:

1. Business professionals, including managers, entrepreneurs, and executives, who are eager to use blockchain technology to boost productivity, stimulate creativity, and open up new income opportunities for their companies.
2. Government officials, including regulators, policymakers, and leaders in the public sector, who want to know how blockchain technology will affect public services, governance, and citizen participation.
3. Technologists, developers, and enthusiasts who are curious to learn more about the practical uses and technicalities of blockchain technology.
4. ·Scholars, investigators, and instructors keen to incorporate blockchain ideas into their core curriculum.
5. Graduates, undergrads, and lifelong learners who are interested in Web3 and blockchain technology.
6. Experts in various sectors, such as supply chain, healthcare, and finance, trying to stay ahead of the curve by learning how blockchain might transform their particular businesses.

People who are generally interested in innovation, technology, and social change.

Course Content

1 Module – 11 Videos – 11 Readings – 5 Quizzes – Certificate of Completion

Fundamentals of Web3 and Blockchain

In this module, you will explore the fundamentals of Web3 and identify how it differs from Web1 and Web2. You will understand blockchain's crucial position as the foundation of the Web3 era. The "trilemma" around blockchain technology, smart contracts, decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), and digital assets (tokens) will all be covered in detail.

By the time this session ends, you will be able to describe seven core concepts that form blockchain architecture and have a comprehension of seven common issues that arise with the implementation of blockchain technology. Furthermore, you will be able to recognize important factors to consider when assessing whether blockchain technology is appropriate for a certain set of business problems or situations. You will also be prepared to describe actual examples of businesses effectively integrating blockchain into their operational frameworks.

1. 11 Videos – 71 minutes
2. 11 Readings – 87 minutes
3. 5 Quizzes – 51 minutes
4. 1 Discussion Prompt – 5 minutes
5. 1 Plug-in – 10 minutes

Description

Learn how blockchain forms the basis of Web3, a significant advancement in internet technology. This concise program will help you discover the core of Web3 and how it differs from Web1 and Web2 concepts. You will also learn the fundamental ideas behind blockchain technology and become familiar with terms like DAOs, smart contracts, digital assets, and the blockchain trilemma. Finally, you will learn about the design philosophies behind blockchain-based systems and face the difficulties that come with implementing them.

Gain the ability to assess the applicability of blockchain technology based on criteria more than just technical viability by arming yourself with a discriminating framework. Take inspiration from actual businesses that have successfully incorporated blockchain technology into their operations.

This non-technical course does not require any coding knowledge and is meant for a wide range of learners. This course simplifies complicated ideas into information that is understandable for everyone by utilizing content from prestigious specializations on Web3 and blockchain.

Meet the Instructor(s)

Don Tapscott - Adjunct Professor at INSEAD

Don Tapscott is a well-known author of 16 important books and is respected for his insights on how technology affects society and business. His son Alex Tapscott and he co-authored "Wikinomics: How Mass Collaboration Changes Everything" and "Blockchain Revolution: How the Technology Behind Bitcoin and Other Cryptocurrencies is Changing the World," which have been well praised. Acknowledged as a leading expert in digital and management thinking, Don is a board member of Trent University and an Order of Canada member.

Alex Tapscott - Instructor at INSEAD

Popular for his work on blockchain and cryptocurrency, Alex Tapscott is a Canadian who resides in Toronto. In 2017, he and his father, Don Tapscott, were recognized with the Digital Thinking Award for co-authoring "Blockchain Revolution," which has been translated into fifteen languages. As an Amherst College cum laude alumnus, Alex has experience in teaching, writing, investing, and consulting.

Dr. Alisa Acosta - Director of Research and Education at the Blockchain Research Institute

Dr. Alisa Acosta is in charge of research and teaching programs at the Blockchain Research Institute, where she specializes in explaining the strategic implications of blockchain technology. She is an advocate for active learning approaches and holds a PhD in Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning from the University of Toronto. Dr. Acosta's interdisciplinary research contributes considerably to the growth of blockchain by informing practical applications.