FIRST STEPSINTRO 2′ LAYING THE FOUNDATION “First Steps” is the common core module of the learning: a series of 5 sessions which will equip you with the basic knowledge to start carving your own learning path. Overview of the module 1. Off we Go! This brief session is about managing your expectations: clarifying what you will be able to achieve here and how long it may take. 2. Context A few keys of understanding of the current historical juncture to make sense of the providential nature of Bitcoin. 3. Bitcoin Basics A bird-eye view of Bitcoin to gain a first overall understanding of what this discovery is all about. 4. Principles & Pitfalls Insights into the main Bitcoin-related pitfalls, risky behaviours, best practices and guiding principles never come too early! 5. No Fear! Being skeptical about Bitcoin is healthy. And it is good to start your journey by dispelling key misinformation and misconceptions