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Product

Safe, secure, robust, and beautiful.

Product Architecture

General information on the software stacks used on every end of the Skolarships product.

Backend Architecture

Server Architecture

Skolarships uses a cloud-based server architecture, leveraging services like AWS & Google Cloud for scalability, reliability, and performance.

Database Management

The platform uses a relational database MongoDB to store user data, community posts, and other critical information.

Microservices

Skolarships employs a microservices architecture, allowing different services (e.g., authentication, notifications, content management) to operate independently, improving scalability and maintainability.

API Integration

Skolarships integrates with various third-party (plus in-house) services via APIs, allowing seamless connections with tools like Zapier and others for extended functionalities.

Frontend Architecture

Responsive Design

The frontend is built with a responsive design to ensure a consistent user experience across desktops and laptops.

Single Page Application (SPA)

Likely built using frameworks like React or Vue.js, enabling fast, dynamic user interactions without full-page reloads.

Real-Time Features

WebSocket or similar technologies are used to provide real-time updates for notifications, chat, and live interactions within communities.

Security & Compliance

Data Encryption

Both in transit and at rest, to protect user data from unauthorized access.

Authentication & Authorization

OAuth, JWT, and other protocols ensure secure user authentication and authorization.

Compliance

Adherence to GDPR, CCPA, and other data protection regulations to ensure user privacy and data security.

UI/UX

How the user interface will benefit and maximize the user experience of the platform.

User Interface (UI)

Clean & Intuitive Design

Skolarships features a Reddit/Facebook-inspired, minimalist design with a focus on ease of use, employing ample white space, clear typography, and consistent color schemes. Dark modes also available.

Navigation

The platform offers a straightforward navigation menu, located on the left side of the screen, allowing users to easily access different communities, resources, and settings.

Customization

Community creators can customize the look and feel of their spaces, including branding elements like logos, colors, and custom URLs.

User Experience (UX)

Onboarding Process

New users are guided through an onboarding process that helps them set up their profiles, join relevant communities, and understand the platform's features.

Community Interaction

Skolarships provides various tools for interaction, including discussion threads, direct messaging, and pinned announcements. Users can post content, comment, react, share, and even tip posts within the community.

Content Organization

Content is well-organized into topics or categories, making it easy for users to find relevant discussions and resources.

Notifications

Users receive real-time notifications for mentions, replies, and other relevant activities, keeping them engaged and informed.

Event Management

The platform supports events, allowing community leaders to schedule, promote, and manage webinars, live streams, and other events.

Advanced Features

Analytics & Insights

Community leaders have access to analytics tools to track engagement, user activity, and other key metrics. See for more information.

Integrations

Skolarships integrates with popular tools like Zoom, Slack, and Mailchimp, enhancing functionality and providing seamless workflows.

Mobile Access

Skolarships will offer a mobile app, ensuring that users can stay connected and engaged with their communities on the go.

Blockchain Operability

With the accelerated growth of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology, additional measures for payments, security, marketing, and scalability are all deemed useful, especially within the next decade. See for more information.

By providing a robust and flexible infrastructure along with a user-friendly and engaging UI/UX, Skolarships effectively supports the creation and management of online communities, facilitating meaningful interactions and content sharing.

Communities

The lifeblood of the modern day business.

By merging the best practices and features of top e-learning and community platforms, Skolarships can provide a robust, flexible, and engaging environment for community-based learning in both free and paid models. This approach leverages the strengths of both platforms to create a comprehensive solution that meets the diverse needs of creators, learners, and community managers.

Core Features

Community Building Tools

Discussion Boards & Forums

Incorporation of robust discussion boards and forums that support rich media, tagging, and threaded conversations. Allow for both public and private discussions. See Discussions for more information.

Private Messaging & Direct Communication

Enable direct messaging and group chats to facilitate networking and real-time communication among members.

Event Management

Provide tools for scheduling and managing events such as webinars, live streams, and meetups. Integrate these events with a community calendar that members can easily access and sync with their personal calendars. See Events for more information.

Course Creation & Hosting

Multimedia Support

Offer a platform that supports various types of content, including videos, quizzes, interactive modules, and downloadable resources.

Interactive Learning Elements

Include features such as quizzes, assignments, and group projects to enhance the learning experience. See Quizzes & Tests for more information.

Certification

Provide options for creators to offer certifications upon course completion, adding value for learners seeking to advance their careers. See Certifications for more information.

Gamification

Points & Status

Implement a gamification system where members can earn points, status, and ranks for their participation and achievements within the community.

Leaderboards

Create leaderboards to foster healthy competition and highlight top contributors while rewarding them for their participation in more than just titles. See Analytics for more information.

Analytics & Insights

Comprehensive Analytics

Skolarships offers detailed analytics for community managers to track user engagement, course completion rates, and other key performance indicators.

Customizable Reports

Allow community managers to generate and customize reports based on their specific needs and goals.

Membership & Access Control

Free and Paid Membership Tiers

Support both free and paid membership models. Offer different tiers with varying levels of access and benefits, such as exclusive content, premium features, and additional support. See Communities for more information.

Selective Admission

Implementing application processes for new members. Use custom forms to gather information and allow manual review and approval to maintain community quality. See Admissions for more information.

Monetization

Subscription Models

Provide flexible subscription options, including daily, weekly, monthly, and annual plans. See Subscriptions for more information.

In-App Purchases

Allow users to purchase additional content, features, or services directly within the platform. See Additional Offerings for more information.

Affiliate Programs

Implement affiliate marketing strategies to increase user acquisition and revenue. See Affiliate Programs for more information.

Integrations w/ Automations

Third-Party Integrations

Comprehensive Integrations

Integrate with a wide range of third-party tools, including email marketing services, payment gateways, CRM systems, and automation tools with Zapier.

API Access

Offer API access for advanced customization and integration, allowing developers to build custom features and extend the platform’s functionality.

Automated Workflows

Onboarding Automation

Develop automated onboarding processes for new members, including intial tasks, welcome messages, introductory courses, and community guidelines.

Task Automations

Use automation tools to streamline administrative tasks, such as sending notifications, managing payments, and updating member statuses.

Outstanding UI/UX

User-Friendly Interface

Clean and Intuitive Design

Skolarships designed a clean, modern, and intuitive interface that is easy to navigate. Prioritizing user experience to ensure satisfaction and retention. See Product for more information.

Responsive Design

Ensure the platform is fully responsive and accessible on various devices, including desktops, tablets, and smartphones.

Personalization

Customizable Layouts

Allow community managers and owners to customize the layout and appearance of their community spaces to reflect their brand and style. See Customizable Courses for more information.

Incorporating features like selective admission, detailed analytics, gamification, and extensive third-party integrations will ensure the platform is competitive and capable of supporting a vibrant and active user base.

Admissions

To avoid the class clowns and bad students.

Skolarship's admission model allows creators to have control over who joins their communities. This selective process ensures that the community maintains a high level of engagement and that members align with the community’s goals and values.

How It Works

Application Process

Custom Forms

Creators can design custom application forms that prospective members must fill out. These forms can include questions about the applicant's background, interests, goals, and reasons for wanting to join the community.

Screening

The information collected through the application form helps creators screen applicants based on predefined criteria.

Manual or Automated Approvals

Review Process

Creators or their community managers can manually review each application. This allows for a thorough evaluation of whether the applicant is a good fit for the community. If the goal is for automation and user growth, members can join communities immediately without undergoing a screening process.

Communication

With the email provided in the submission, creators can communicate with applicants during the review process to gather more information if needed.

Admission Control

Selective Admission

Only those applicants who meet the criteria and are deemed a good fit are granted access to the community. Exclusivity can often create the sense of fomo and ensure quality.

Automated Workflows

Integration with Tools

Skolarships allows integration with tools like Zapier to automate parts of the admission process, such as sending follow-up DMs or onboarding new members that fit the criteria of the community's guidelines.

The admissions process is crucial for maintaining the quality and integrity of a community, ensuring that members align with the community’s goals and values, which fosters a high level of engagement and satisfaction.

It also allows community managers to curate a cohesive and supportive environment, enhancing overall member experience and retention. Implementing a selective admissions process helps in building a committed and active community that contributes positively to the platform’s growth and success.

Courses

Flexible course structure for all learning and teaching types.

Example Structure (Customizable)

Course Overview

Introduction to the course, objectives, and requirements.

Modules

Divided into multiple sections, each focusing on specific topics.

Lessons & Tests

Each module contains lessons with videos, reading materials, and quizzes. See Customization for more information.

Community Discussions

Integrated discussion forums for learners to interact and ask questions. See Discussions for more information.

Certification

Issuance of certificates upon course completion. See Certifications for more information.

Customization

There is no "one size fits all" when it comes to education.

Courses on Skolarships can be customized to the creators preference.

Everyone has their own style of teaching. Giving customization options makes the teaching and learning experience more fun. Think about the classes you took in school with a fun teacher vs a boring teacher. Who's information did you retain the most?

Course Creation & Management

Integrated Community & Learning Management

Skolarships combines community engagement with course management. Creators can design courses that are embedded directly within the community, fostering interaction and discussion around the course content.

Content Delivery

Courses are structured into modules and lessons, which can include video lectures, reading materials, quizzes, and assignments.

Gamification & Engagement

Skolarships incorporates gamification elements like points, badges, and leaderboards to enhance user engagement and motivation.

Analytics

Detailed analytics allow creators to track learner progress, course completion rates, and engagement metrics, providing insights to improve course content and delivery.

Course Overview

This is the introduction to the course. Typically, a video from the creator introducing themselves, verifying their credentials about the subject, and an introduction of the course with a visual overview of expectations when moving forward.

Progression Locks

Some modules can be locked on a milestone-basis. Should a creator wish to incentivize progress to move forward and engage with the learning materials, they can add a lock to courses that require completion, payment, or time in the community to advance.

Modules

Modules can be customized with additional content in a drop-down menu. Creators can build an unlimited number of modules with an unlimited number of lessons attached. The module is intended to give the students an overview of what lessons they can find inside. Lessons inside each module can contain text, video, or both. Entirely up to the creator.

Customizable formatting options are available inside of the course creation page. Creators typically opt-in to creating high-quality video lessons to visually engage learners.

On the community front, members can open up discussions to ask questions on certain topics and even schedule their own independent learning session & workshops to help others navigate the same potential knowledge gaps.

Community members will also be incentivized on a status-basis with the implementation of leaderboards. Creators can encourage friendly competition and engagement through showcasing progress made within the course structure.

Creators can provide monetary incentives as part of their campaigns to acquire and retain users amongst the platform, encouraging engagement and progress climbing the leaderboard for both digital and physical rewards (creator-specific).

Certifications

Accreditations that last a lifetime.

Creator's can opt-in to the accredited accelerator program where they can apply to become a certified educator by Skolarships. Courses within the community will be reviewed thoroughly, following similar frameworks to existing accrediting bodies like the CHEA, DEAC, and HLC.

Select courses within communities will be accredited by leading universities, institutions, and professionals amongst a series of industries available on the platform.

Skolarships Educational & Institutional Partnership Programs

Skolarships Institutional Partnerships (Ongoing)

Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)

Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC)

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

International Universities (Regions)

USA
UK
Canada
Hong Kong
Japan
… and more.

Professional Partnerships (Brands)

Professional partnerships are an ongoing development to enhance the learning experience of members on the platform. Leveraging these partnerships can offer more credibility to not only the platform, but to creators and those who hold certifications approved by the companies mentioned below.

AT&T
Microsoft
Texas Instruments
Epic Games
HubSpot
… and more.

Educational Standards

Quality assurance in 100% of courses by vetted professionals.

Educational Standards for Onboarding Creators

E-learning platforms often implement educational standards and guidelines to ensure the quality and consistency of courses offered by new creators and teachers. These standards help maintain a high level of educational integrity and provide a seamless learning experience for users.

How Skolarships Manages Educational Standards

Key Standards & Practices

SCORM (Sharable Content Object Reference Model)

Purpose

Ensures eLearning content is compatible with different Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Implementation

Course creators must structure their content according to SCORM standards, which specify how the content should communicate with the LMS.

Tin Can API (xAPI)

Purpose

Allows for advanced tracking and reporting of learner activities beyond traditional LMS environments.

Implementation

Creators can follow the xAPI format to capture a wide range of learning experiences, such as simulations, games, and social learning activities, providing detailed insights into learner progress.

Common Cartridge

Purpose

Specifies how eLearning content can be packaged and shared across different LMS platforms.

Implementation

Enables creators to package their courses for compatibility with multiple LMSs, ensuring broader reach and usability.

Onboarding Process for New Creators

Verification and Qualification

Credentials Verification (CERTIFIED)

Skolarships will not require creators to be affiliated with partner institutions or have verified credentials to ensure they are qualified to teach the course material.

To become a certified Skolar, creators will have to undergo an extensive verification process, separating their communities from the rest with a Gold Star on their community on the platform.

Content Review

Before a course goes live Skolarships may review the course content for quality, relevance, and adherence to platform guidelines.

Onboarding

Skolarships can work directly with verified creators to craft courses in person at their in-house content studio.

Training and Support

Instructional Design Training

Skolarships provides training resources and workshops to help new instructors design effective courses and communities. Inside the Skolar Community, creators will be given guidance on creating engaging content, using platform tools, and understanding eLearning standards, in the course format offered to creators!

Technical Support

Continuous technical support is available to assist creators in navigating the platform and resolving any issues that may arise during course creation.

Benefits of Implementing Education Standards

Benefits of Implementing Education Standards

Interoperability

Ensures that content can be seamlessly integrated and accessed across different platforms and devices.

Consistency and Quality

Maintains a high standard of education by ensuring courses meet predefined quality benchmarks.

Enhanced Learning Experience

Provides learners with a reliable and engaging educational experience, which can improve retention and outcomes.

Scalability

Allows for easy scaling of content to accommodate different audience sizes and learning environments

Example Case Studies

Udemy

Implements a review process for new courses, where the quality team evaluates content before it is published. Instructors are also provided with resources to help them create effective courses.

Coursera

Requires instructors to be affiliated with partner institutions and follows a rigorous content review and approval process to ensure high educational standards.

Skool

Skool does not require creators to be verified by any accrediting body to participate as a creator.

By incorporating these standards and practices, e-learning platforms can ensure that the courses offered are of high quality, engaging, and effective, providing a valuable learning experience for users.

Discussions

The conversations that create connections, friendships, and solutions.

Smooth and seamless communication in a format for everyone.

Creating Posts

Skolarships members can create posts and polls in a fully customizable variety of categories created by the owner of the community.

Some categories can be blocked by paywalls or set to private for exclusive access or communication amongst the internal team of the communities.

Example Categories (Customizable)

General Discussion

Announcements

Tales of Victory (W's)

Lessons Learned (L's)

Submissions

Job Postings

Introductions & Farewells

Networking

Giveaways

Rules

Resources

… and anything else you can think of (abiding by ToS)

Engagements

Members can engage with other members, teachers, moderators, and owners in real-time to harness the power of interactive learning experiences with people around the world.

Features

Upvoting (Liking Posts)

Commenting & Replies

Liking Comments

Replying to Comments

Threads

Tipping

Sharing

Reporting

Alerts

Leaderboards

Leaderboards are a gamification feature designed to enhance engagement and motivation among members.

Functionality

Point System

Members can earn points and climb the ranks by participating in various community activities, such as posting, commenting, attending live sessions, and completing courses or assignments.

Ranking

The leaderboard ranks members based on the points they accumulate. Higher engagement and participation result in higher rankings.

Visibility

The leaderboard is visible to all community members, promoting healthy competition and encouraging more active involvement.

Benefits

Increased Engagement

Members are motivated to participate more actively in conversations and course completion to climb the ranks and achieve status.

Recognition

High-ranking members receive recognition for their contributions and progression, fostering an environmental sense of achievement.

Community Building

Encouraging interaction and collaboration among members, strengthening the community and building relationships.

Events

Schedule live webinars, AMAs, community collaborations, and more.

Skolarships allows creators to post to public and private calendars when hosting events for the masses or exclusive events for select community members.

Events are hosted on the platform rather than using 3rd party software like Zoom or Google.

Event Types (Customizable)

Livestreams

AMAs

Collaborations

Interviews

Workshops

… and anything else a creator can think of (abiding by ToS)

All events hosted directly on Skolarships are end-2-end encrypted. There will be no need to use 3rd party software like Zoom or Google, but the option is there.

Management

Who's the enforcer inside your house?

Community management plays an integral role when building communities. There are two paths to take when building a community.

Skolarships Managers

Skolarships will offer top of the line, 25/8 community management for any creator seeking additional admins. Additional percentages of revenue generated will go towards Skolarships for helping manage communities around the clock.

BYOM (Bring Your Own Manager)

Opting-out of Skolarships Community Manager services could be more your style. Do you have admins you can trust to moderate the community? Will some creators be one-man(or woman)-armies and managing hundreds, if not thousands of people themselves. As a creator, you have choices.

Community management is an essential role geared towards actively engaging existing community members and keeping the ecosystem alive and energized. Skolarships community managers are vetted professionals with over 5+ years of experience (independently, not combined) with a passion to ensure the communities they are apart of are thriving to their potential.

Rewards

Reap more benefits than just knowledge.

Skolarships elevates user engagement with rewards through leaderboard participation and the Golden Stars marketplace, offering unique incentives directly from the platform.

Creators can also earn exclusive Skolarships-based reward for hitting different milestones.

Within their communities, creators can further enrich the customer experience by offering exclusive rewards such as airdrops, leaderboards recognition, tips, and custom titles, turning participation into a rewarding journey.

See The "Hands" Program for more information.

Analytics

What's are 2 of the best things in the world? Evidence and data.

The analytics pages will pinpoint directly where your successes and losses are. Creators can track their community statistics in real-time and optimize for future campaigns and add-ons.

Community Analytics

User Engagement Metrics

Skolarships provides detailed insights into user engagement within communities. Administrators can track metrics such as active members, participation rates, and content interaction. This includes the number of posts, comments, likes, and shares, which help community managers understand what content resonates most with their audience.

Member Activity

Skolarships' analytics dashboard allows community leaders to monitor member activity, including login frequency, course progress, and completion rates, which translate onto the leaderboards. This data helps identify active and inactive members, allowing for targeted engagement strategies to re-engage users or reward highly active participants.

Content Performance

Analytics on Skolarships enable creators to evaluate the performance of their content by tracking views, completion rates, and feedback. This information is crucial for optimizing course materials and improving overall content quality.

Creators can track their affiliate progress to see who their top performers are in real-time. This dashboard can help creators stay up to date with the MVPs of the community and offer exclusive opportunities down the line.

Affiliate Analytics

Referral Tracking

Skolarships' affiliate program includes a comprehensive, easy to follow dashboard for tracking of referrals. Affiliates can see how many people clicked on their referral links, how many signed up, and how many converted into paying members. The dashboard amongst creators and members are the same, dependent on which program the affiliate is participating in.

Commission Reports

Affiliates can access detailed reports on their earnings, including the amount earned from each referral and total commission over time. This transparency helps affiliates understand their performance and strategize for better results. Skolarships provides timely payouts for affiliates, with clear tracking of pending and completed payments. This transparency builds trust and encourages continued participation in the affiliate program.

Marketing Support

Skolarships also provides affiliates with marketing materials and training to help them effectively promote the platform. This includes copy/paste social media posts, email templates, and high-quality graphics proven to convert.

Blockchain Integration

Leveraging a global, immutable database for monetary protection and transparent validation.

Blockchain technology will significantly enhance the business model for Skolarships, providing numerous benefits in terms of payments, transparency, scalability, and even marketing.

How Skolarships will integrate blockchain technology:

Payments

Decentralized Transactions

Enable secure, decentralized transactions without the need for traditional banks. This reduces transaction fees and processing times.

Cryptocurrency Payments

Accept payments in cryptocurrencies, providing users with more flexibility and catering to a global audience.

Smart Contracts

Use smart contracts to automate payment processes, ensuring that funds are only released when certain conditions are met (e.g., completion of a course module).

$SKO Currency

Skolarships will implement its own platform currency in tandem with fiat and other major cryptocurrencies to scale the platform and offer exclusive benefits to holders and spenders. See $SKO for more information.

Additional Benefits

Lower transaction costs, scalable and faster payment processing, and reduced risk of fraud and chargebacks.

Transparency

Immutable Records

Blockchain’s immutable ledger ensures that all transactions and activities are permanently recorded and cannot be altered, enhancing trust and accountability.

Open Access to Information

Users can verify the authenticity of courses, reviews, and certifications, as all data is transparently recorded on the blockchain.

Additional Benefits

Increased trust and credibility, enhanced accountability, and clear audit trails.

Scalability

Distributed Ledger Technology

Skolarships will utilize DLTs (distributed ledger technology) to scale the platform efficiently, accommodating more users and transactions without significant increases in operational costs.

Tokenization

Implement a token-based system for exclusive benefits, accessing communities, courses and rewarding participation. Tokens can be easily managed and distributed across the platform.

Additional Benefits

Efficient handling of large-scale operations, flexible and scalable infrastructures, and potential for seamless global expansion.

Certifications & Credentials

Verifiable Certificates

Issue blockchain-based certificates for course completion that are easily verifiable by employers and other institutions.

Additional Benefits

Enhanced credibility of certifications, easy verification by third parties, and increased value of courses for users.

Security & Privacy

Data Security

Blockchain’s cryptographic security ensures that user data and transactions are protected against unauthorized access and tampering.

Ownership and Control

Users have control over their own data, with blockchain providing a secure method of managing and distributing personal information.

Additional Benefits

Extended levels of data protection, user trust in data privacy, and reduced risk of data breaches through immutability & storage.

Community Access Passes (NFT Scholarships)

NFT Scholarships

Lifetime admission to select communities. See NFT Scholarships for more information.

Remittances

Free & instant transfers throughout the platform

Monetization

Creators can mint & sell access passes to their audience vs the traditional subscription model for lifetime access.

Token Economy ($SKO)

Bonuses & Discounts

Purchasing courses and/or community entries can result in bonuses and discounts if paid for in $SKO.

The "Hands" Program

Tiered reward system based on holders duration and amount. See The "Hands" Program for more information.

Tips

Community members and creators can all earn $SKO by receiving tips for useful posts and replies, incentivizing encouragement amongst the community.

Burn & Learn

$SKO is burned when purchases on the platform are made.

See $SKO for more information.

By integrating blockchain technology, Skolarships can significantly enhance its business model, offering secure, transparent, and scalable solutions for online education. This integration not only improves operational efficiency and user experience but also positions Skolarships as a cutting-edge platform in the e-learning industry.