Design of an Educational Platform for Professional Development of Teachers with Elements of Blockchain Technology

2023

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DOI 10.14569/ijacsa.2023.0140757
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Abstract

This paper presents an in-depth examination of the development and implementation of an innovative platform for teacher professional development, incorporating features of blockchain technology. The platform manifests a revolutionary step in enhancing teacher training, creating a secure, transparent, and decentralized approach for maintaining continuous professional development records. Using blockchain's inherent properties, the platform ensures immutable record-keeping and instills credibility in teachers' career progression, empowering educators through direct ownership of their professional development milestones. Additionally, the platform fosters a culture of lifelong learning, encouraging educators to actively engage in their professional growth, while providing reliable evidence of their achievements. Alongside highlighting the design aspects of the platform, the paper delves into potential challenges and solutions associated with the incorporation of blockchain technology into educational contexts. Through this innovative intersection of technology and education, the platform showcases the potential of blockchain in reshaping and enriching professional development strategies for teachers, thereby elevating educational standards and practices across the board.