Business Model Transformation in Remote Learning: From EdTech to the Future of Web3 Learning

Hi! I'm Charles

Recently at ETHGlobal Tokyo's exhibition booth, I saw a group of young people discussing how to build decentralized learning platforms using smart contracts—that moment suddenly made me realize that the transformation in the education industry might be happening faster than we imagined.

Honestly, as a veteran with ten years of experience in Web3 recruitment, every time I see new developments in the EdTech field, I feel both excited and anxious. Excited because technology can genuinely change educational equity; anxious because I wonder if traditional business models can withstand the impact of Web3.

The Business Model of Remote Learning: From B2B to P2P

Did you know? The digital education industry grew by 45% post-pandemic, but most institutions remain stuck in traditional payment models. We're accustomed to hourly rates, subscriptions, certification fees... but Web3's decentralized thinking is breaking these frameworks.

Last week at a Coffee Talk in San Francisco, I met Leo, a project founder developing a learning platform based on token incentives. Users earn points by completing course tasks and exchange resources within the community—even hiring other learners for project guidance. Isn't this an extension of DApp thinking in education?

By the way, this P2P learning model reminds me of trading card games from childhood: value isn't fixed but assigned by the entire community.

EdTech's Dual Nature: Opportunities and Challenges

Standing in Times Square at night, it struck me: Why can't Solidity smart contracts design learning paths like syllabi? Blockchain's immutability is perfect for recording learning outcomes—just like my Solana wallet logs every transaction.

But here's the problem: Many Web3 learning projects overlook user experience fundamentals. During UX research in a Berlin subway station, I noticed: the more complex the tech, the quicker people give up. It reminded me of job seekers' blank stares at Layer 2 documentation during recruitment fairs...

Interestingly, MyJob's recent MyJob Report shows Web3-related digital education roles growing by 60%! Capital is flooding into this intersection.

Web3 Learning's Unique Advantages

At ETHGlobal Tokyo, I observed: traditional online education platforms resemble airline networks—broad but inflexible; Web3 learning platforms are like shared economy micro-aircraft—small and precise.

For example: In Dubai, we helped develop a ZK-Rollup-based certification system where records embed directly into decentralized IDs—applying DApp logic to professional credentials.

Gas Fee issues exist, but like free WiFi at new cafes, solutions will emerge. Staying open-minded is key...

Talent Demand in Education from the MyJob Report

Late-night data crunching in London revealed: The MyJob Report highlights "Smart Contract Engineers" and "Blockchain Product Managers" as top Web3 education roles. Salaries follow a "hyperbolic" curve:

• Entry-level: ~$80K-120K USD (basic dev skills)
• Mid-level: $150K-250K USD (2+ years experience + projects)
• Senior-level: $300K+ USD (expertise + industry connections)

This reminds me of recruiting a decade ago—when $500/month could hire Solidity coders willing to pull all-nighters...

Advice for Job Seekers: Finding Your Place

I'm in the zone...

In Barcelona, I noticed many still view Web3 education traditionally, asking: "What practical skills can blockchain education teach?" The real question is: "What value can you create for this ecosystem?"

My rules of thumb:

1. Solid fundamentals over complexity: Like Gas Fees, baseline costs exist
2. Cross-domain knowledge: Today's hottest projects blend DAO+GameFi+DeFi
3. Community contributions: More telling than certificates—I prioritize GitHub histories

At a Tokyo conference, a candidate broke down after failing wallet tasks twice—a classic tech-phobia case. Remember: Wallets are tools; problem-solving matters.

Web3 Learning's Future Vision

Watching Singapore's Marina Bay sunset sparked inspiration: The MyJob Report predicts "digital twin classrooms" within a decade—students projecting learning paths into metaverse spaces for non-verbal mentor interactions...

This mirrors childhood maze games leaving trail marks—blockchain thinking in education! But beware: Gas Fees may price out immersive experiences...

Parisian vending machines came to mind—scan-to-purchase knowledge packets...

Closing Thought: Education's Essence Never Changes

Reading MyJob's analysis at Narita Airport, I realized: Regardless of technology, education's core remains "value transmission" and "trust-building."

Solana's Anatoly said: "Blockchain doesn't replace trust systems—it changes how we trust."

This recalls recruiters' faces—their fear isn't Solidity syntax but marginalization in tech waves...

The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.

Last thought:

- Education isn't filling a vessel- But igniting a fire- In Web3- This fire carries smart contract logic- DAO governance consensus- And decentralized courage- - May this article warm lost job seekers- Remember- Check MyJob.one for blockchain roles- Surprises await- - Someone said my hair resembles blockchain- Chaotic yet full of potential- Like this transforming industry- - Next time- Hope to see curious faces- Not resume-spamming bots- - Happy learning,- Charles