Blockchain in education: New challenges

Abstract

Blockchain technology is one of the greatest innovations of the last decade as it allows new possibilities for the development of projects in fields such as services, industry, arts, economy, and logistics, among others. In the area of education, blockchain technology is still in its early stages. A large part of existing implementations focus on certificate management, leaving aside other scenarios. This document explores some possible applications of blockchain technology to the field of education, analyzing not only the benefits that blockchain could bring but also its risks and challenges. Through the review of the most interesting experiences completed so far, conclusions and predictions about the paths where this technology can take us are offered to the reader.