Cryptocurrency's New Applications

As cryptocurrency grows in value and becomes increasingly mainstream, it's being utilized in some unexpected cross-industry contexts.

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Hey there! As cryptocurrency grows in value and becomes increasingly mainstream, it's being utilized in some unexpected contexts. From Blockchain Beer Dispensers to Decentralized Loyalty Programs, brands across a wide range of industries are taking advantage of the crypto craze to launch futuristic products and initiatives. This week's featured insights highlight a number of cross-industry cryptocurrency collaborations. One of my favorite examples is Cryptocurrency Code Art, part of our Cryptocurrency Culture insight. Bitcoin has never looked better! Cryptocurrency Code Art Enjoy! Jeremy Gutsche --> CEO, Author & Keynote Speaker - JeremyGutsche.com P.S. Here's my innovation keynote schedule: May 09 Kansas City May 13 Seattle May 14 Philadelphia May 16 Sydney May 21 New York May 23 Minneapolis May 30 Ecuador Jun 27 Berlin Jul 14 Las Vegas Jul 15 LA Jul 17 Philadelphia Jul 18 Chicago Jul 29 Denver Aug 01 Bentonville Aug 06 South Africa Sep 16 Anaheim Sep 18 Charlotte Oct 01 Toronto Oct 17 Toronto Oct 28 Banff Oct 31 Lisbon Nov 20 Naples Nov 22 Las Vegas Mar 16 '20 Las Vegas Consumer Insights Crypto Loyalty Consumers purchase from brands that offer crypto reward programs Implications - Brands are bridging the gap between modern day loyalty systems and the cryptocurrency industry by rewarding customers with digital coins. These programs particularly appeal to... [More] Crypto Beverage Cryptocurrency and beverage industries collaborate on branding Implications - Brands in the beverage industry are taking inspiration from, or working with those specializing in cryptocurrencies, to produce branding for their products or designs for their retail... [More] Cryptocurrency Culture The rise of cryptocurrencies has led to their use in unlikely ventures Implications - The increased popularity and worth of cryptocurrencies has led to the infusion of these digital forms of payment into daily routines and cultural practices. Whether immortalized in... [More] Hot This Week 1. 3D-Printed Gala Gowns Zac Posen, GE Additive & Protolabs Collaborated on 3D-Printed Met Gala Gowns 2. Convenient Handcrafted Furniture Vermont Farm Table Offers Quality Designs & Same-Day Shipping 3. Angular Retro-Inspired Running Shoes The Nike x UNDERCOVER Daybreak Sneaker Comes in Seven Colors 4. Canned Water Beverages Mananalu is Fighting Single-Use Plastic Water Bottles with Aluminum Cans 5. Nostalgic 90s Dresses The Betsey Johnson & Urban Outfitters Collab References a 1997 Collection 6. Digitally Savvy Retail Strategies Urban Juve Will Sell Products Through Wechat & AI Pop-Up Kiosks 7. Luxury Handcrafted Grooming Kits This Luxury Grooming Kit is a monte & coe x ArteStile Collab 8. Multifunctional Eco BBQ Cabins The 'FLEXSE' Scandinavian Grill House is Cozy and All-Season 9. Iconic Songstress Dress Sneakers These Versace Chain Reaction 'J-Lo Jungle' Sneakers are Retro Featured Clusters 45 Contemporary Kitchen Appliances From Intelligent Sous Vide Cookers to Connected Coffee Machines 50 Off-Grid Cabin Designs From Secluded Recreational Studios to Relaxing Glass Dome Retreats Learn How 500 of the World's Top Innovators Rely on TrendHunter Marketing 15 Design-Forward Period Products From Feminine Pain Relief Devices to Period Skincare Masks 30 Examples of Branded Milestones From Celebratory Internet Doodles to Anniversary Burger Promos Pop Culture 13 Empowering Ad Campaigns From Empowering Sporty Commercials to Viral Sex Toy Ads 17 Food-Inspired Sneakers From Sustainable Burger-Themed Sneakers to Grape-Tonal Sneaker Colorways Tech 30 Examples of Livestreaming Innovations From Niche Livestreams to Exclusive eSports Partnerships 10 Inflatable Installation Designs From Bubble Architecture Books to Inflatable Flower Pavilions Art & Design 20 Eco-Friendly Material Alternatives From Fungus-Created Leather to Sunflower-Based Bio Materials 20 Wine Packaging Innovations From Space-Saving Wine Packs to Canned Vino Coolers Eco 35 Innovative Housing Concepts From Peak-Like Mixed-Use Complexes to 3D-Printed Concrete Houses 20 Reusable Travel Mugs From Coffee Ground Takeaway Cups to Contactless Reusable Cups Luxury Contemporary Elegant Outerwear Lines Templa's Third Capsule is Slick, Sophisticated & Luxurious Luxuriously Sophisticated Bag Designs Louis Vuitton's Latest Drop Boasts Modern Aesthetics & Color Fashion 30 Cooling Beauty Products From Cooling Facial Powders to Refrigerated Beauty Boxes 25 Metallic Fashion Innovations From Holographic Shopper Totes to Reactive Silver Apparel TREND HUNTER (www.trendhunter.com) is the world's largest trend spotting and consumer insights firm. We use our global community of millions, extensive trend database, in-house AI and skilled team of Researchers and Futurists to unearth opportunities, ignite innovation, and create the future. Visit Trend Hunter | Latest Trends | About Us | Submit a Trend | Contact Us

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Allowing test retakes—without getting gamed. Plus: 7 smart, fast ways to do formative assessment

Allowing Test Retakes—Without Getting Gamed; 7 Smart, Fast Ways to Do Formative Assessment; 3-Read Protocol |

View Online May 15, 2019 Credit: ©Daniel Haskett / Ikon Images Allowing Test Retakes—Without Getting Gamed Hundreds of teachers discussed the best ways to guide students toward mastery—without being taken advantage of. Credit: ©Nanette Hoogslag / Ikon Images 7 Smart, Fast Ways to Do Formative Assessment Within these methods you'll find close to 40 tools and tricks for finding out what your students know while they're still learning. Credit: George Lucas Educational Foundation 60-Second Strategy: 3-Read Protocol Demystify math word problems with this simple technique that helps kids see the story beyond the numbers. Credit: Courtesy of Lauren Gehr More Than Highlighting: Creative Annotations Active strategies for annotation like collaborative work and illustration increase students' comprehension and retention. Credit: ©Shutterstock/Monkey Business Images Ensuring That Teachers Don't Run Out of Gas A middle school principal looks at ways to manage work efficiently so that teachers aren't running on empty at the end of the year. Don't Miss Building a Better Word Wall Activities That Prime the Brain for Learning From Concrete to Abstract—The Montessori Math Approach Teaching Survivors of the Opioid Epidemic Making SEL More Relevant to Teens FOLLOW EDUTOPIA         ABOUT   •   PRIVACY   •   CONTACT To ensure delivery of Edutopia's Weekly Enews, please add news@edutopia.org to your address book. You can always unsubscribe.   © 2019 George Lucas Educational Foundation PO Box 3494, San Rafael, CA 94912

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April's must-read stories

5 Research-Backed Studying Techniques; Activities That Prime the Brain for Learning; Building a Better Word Wall |

View Online May 5, 2019 Between spring break, standardized tests, and egg dyeing, it's possible that you missed some of our best—and most discussed—content last month. Not to worry: We've got you covered with this recap of our eight top stories from April. Credit: ©Twenty20/@idaluther 5 Research-Backed Studying Techniques Teachers can guide students to avoid ineffective studying habits in favor of ones that will increase their learning outcomes. Credit: ©Shutterstock/Robert Kneschke Activities That Prime the Brain for Learning Brain breaks and focused attention practices help students feel relaxed and alert and ready to learn. Credit: Courtesy of Justine Marie Bruyère Building a Better Word Wall Transferring ownership of the class word wall to the students can increase their engagement and learning. Credit: George Lucas Educational Foundation A Public School Transitions to Montessori In rural South Carolina, a Title I school makes the leap to become a Montessori school. Credit: ©Alamy Stock Photo/Richard Levine 6 Essential Strategies for Teaching English Language Learners We interviewed educators with decades of experience in teaching ELLs and tapped a network of experts and observers to find the strategies that work. Credit: Courtesy of Tom Deris Designing Flexible Seating With Students A veteran elementary teacher shares what he's learned from eight years of building a student-centered environment. Credit: ©Daniel Haskett / Ikon Images Allowing Test Retakes—Without Getting Gamed Hundreds of teachers discussed the best ways to guide students toward mastery—without being taken advantage of. Credit: ©Shutterstock/NickBerryPhotography Helping Students With ADHD Stay Organized Digital portals like Google Classroom and Moodle can benefit students who struggle with organization and executive function. FOLLOW EDUTOPIA         ABOUT   •   PRIVACY   •   CONTACT To ensure delivery of Edutopia's Weekly Enews, please add news@edutopia.org to your address book. You can always unsubscribe.   © 2019 George Lucas Educational Foundation PO Box 3494, San Rafael, CA 94912

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A public school makes the case for "Montessori for all." Plus: the benefits of a high school psychology class

A Public School Makes the Case for "Montessori for All"; The Benefits of a High School Psychology Class; Participation Cards |

View Online May 1, 2019 Join us today, May 1, at 4 p.m. PT (7 p.m. ET) for a Twitter chat about blended learning best practices. More info at: https://edutopia.org/edutopiachat Credit: ©Nora Fleming A Public School Makes the Case for 'Montessori for All' A Title 1 public school in rural South Carolina is proving that Montessori education can work well anywhere. Credit: Shutterstock/Rawpixel.com The Benefits of a High School Psychology Class Students gain not just social and emotional learning skills but academic ones like how to conduct and analyze research. Credit: George Lucas Educational Foundation 60-Second Strategy: Participation Cards A quick formative assessment tool also encourages all students—even shy ones—to participate in discussions. Credit: © Alamy Stock Photo/Richard Levine 6 Essential Strategies for Teaching English Language Learners We interviewed educators with decades of experience in teaching ELLs and tapped a network of experts and observers to find the strategies that work. Credit: ©iStock/seb_ra Building Metacognition Into Test Prep High-stakes tests often measure how well students cope with stress rather than how much they know, but they can prepare for the stress. Don't Miss District 75: 'The Toughest Job You'll Ever Love' Helping Students Beat Test Anxiety When Am I Ever Going to Use This? Using Art in Assessments Podcasts That Expand Our Hearts and Minds FOLLOW EDUTOPIA         ABOUT   •   PRIVACY   •   CONTACT To ensure delivery of Edutopia's Weekly Enews, please add news@edutopia.org to your address book. You can always unsubscribe.   © 2019 George Lucas Educational Foundation PO Box 3494, San Rafael, CA 94912

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