The application framework of blockchain technology in higher education based on the smart contract

Abstract

With the rapid development of blockchain, the two essential concepts of digital innovation, namely Smart Contract and consensus mechanism algorithm and regional sharing, have begun to trigger changes in higher education worldwide. This paper aims to establish a new framework for applying blockchain in higher education. The content of this framework includes (1) unified mining; (2) the establishment of a consensus mechanism with sake proof as to the core in the block; (3) the use of smart contracts for course bidding and student team tasks; (4) Anonymous participation; (5) Exchange of tokens and credits.