Students want crypto classes but learn on social media: OKX survey

A recent survey conducted by OKX, a leading crypto exchange, reveals that despite the strong demand for crypto and blockchain education among US college students, formal courses remain scarce. According to the study, only about 28% of accredited US business schools currently offer blockchain courses, despite 90% of students and 87% of parents expressing support for teaching these subjects in college.

The survey, which polled 500 students and 500 parents, found that social media and influencers are the most popular sources of crypto education among students, with 33% identifying them as the most important. This is nearly five times the number of students who cited schools, teachers, or professors as their primary source of information. For parents, crypto platforms and apps emerged as the leading source, with 21% considering them most important.

The discrepancy between the demand for crypto education and the limited availability of formal courses suggests a significant gap in the current educational landscape. As the popularity of cryptocurrencies continues to grow, there is an urgent need for more comprehensive and structured educational programs to equip the next generation with the necessary knowledge and skills to navigate the rapidly evolving crypto world.