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The Role of Blockchain Technologies in the Sustainable Development of Students’ Learning Process

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  • Raluca-Giorgiana (Popa) Chivu

    (Marketing Department, The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, 010404 Bucharest, Romania)

  • Ionuț-Claudiu Popa

    (Marketing Department, The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, 010404 Bucharest, Romania)

  • Mihai-Cristian Orzan

    (Marketing Department, The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, 010404 Bucharest, Romania)

  • Cristian Marinescu

    (Postdoctoral School, The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, 010404 Bucharest, Romania)

  • Margareta Stela Florescu

    (Administration and Public Management Department, The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, 010404 Bucharest, Romania)

  • Anca-Olguța Orzan

    (Department of Oncologic Dermatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Carol Davila” Bucharest, Elias Emergency University Hospital, 020021 Bucharest, Romania)

Abstract

Technological evolution has contributed to considerable changes in the learning methods used today. If a few years ago, before the technological boom, students relied only on their memory capacity, on notes on sheets of paper and written materials (in the form of course materials, books, or textbooks), today the process of learning is significantly facilitated by the means and techniques involved in the use of technology, such as artificial intelligence, smartphones, and tablets, which are rapidly replacing bulky desktop computers and outdated textbooks used in the learning process. Moreover, blockchain technology can also be used as a motivational factor for developing learning abilities by implementing a system that can bring students credit points convertible into cryptocurrencies or online badges. Studies conducted in the field show that students’ motivation for learning and creativity is significantly improved with the help of this reward system. In this article, two specialized studies were conducted (in Romania), one on the perception of teachers in the university environment towards the use of new technologies in the learning process (artificial intelligence, smartphones, and tablets), and the other on the perception of students on the technological integration of blockchain (by implementing a system that can bring students credit points convertible into cryptocurrencies or online badges to certify their knowledge) in the learning process and measuring their satisfaction.

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  • Raluca-Giorgiana (Popa) Chivu & Ionuț-Claudiu Popa & Mihai-Cristian Orzan & Cristian Marinescu & Margareta Stela Florescu & Anca-Olguța Orzan, 2022. "The Role of Blockchain Technologies in the Sustainable Development of Students’ Learning Process," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 14(3), pages 1-16, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:14:y:2022:i:3:p:1406-:d:734745
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    1. Vladut Faraonel & Alexandra Raluca Jelea & Mara Matcu, 2022. "Romanian Students’ Perception of Cryptocurrency," Ovidius University Annals, Economic Sciences Series, Ovidius University of Constantza, Faculty of Economic Sciences, vol. 0(1), pages 545-551, September.
    2. Davidescu Adriana AnaMaria & Manta Eduard Mihai & Geambasu Cristina Maria & Birlan Ioana, 2024. "Informality and Inclusion: Assessing the effects of the Shadow Economy and informal labour in Europe," Management & Marketing, Sciendo, vol. 19(2), pages 307-335.
    3. Eunsun Choi & Youngmi Choi & Namje Park, 2022. "Development of Blockchain Learning Game-Themed Education Program Targeting Elementary Students Based on ASSURE Model," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 14(7), pages 1-24, March.
    4. Mao Zhao & Wei Liu & Abu Naser Mohammad Saif & Bo Wang & Rasheda Akter Rupa & K. M. Anwarul Islam & S. M. Masudur Rahman & Nusrat Hafiz & Rehnuma Mostafa & Mohammad Anisur Rahman, 2023. "Blockchain in Online Learning: A Systematic Review and Bibliographic Visualization," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(2), pages 1-22, January.

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