Blockchain Revolution in Education

Abstract

Blockchain technology has the potential to revolutionize higher education by enabling the secure and efficient sharing of academic records, digital credentials, and other important information. This chapter explores the potential of blockchain technology to transform higher education by examining its key features, benefits, and challenges. It also discusses several use cases of blockchain in higher education, such as student records management, digital credentialing, enabling micro-credentials and digital badges, and learning analytics. The study concludes by highlighting the opportunities, limitations, and future directions of blockchain technology in higher education. The chapter will propose future trends and the way forward for the revolution to advent. The major stakeholders will be explored: Learners, teachers, government, top education management, UNDP, technocrats, and major corporates involvement and consensus. Expert opinion is consolidated to suggest the blockchain education framework.