Glossary of Terms

$NESOL Token: The native utility token of the Nesolearn ecosystem, used for rewards, governance, staking, access control, and incentivizing participation.

Soulbound Token (SBT): A non-transferable NFT that represents a learner’s educational achievement, credential, or verified skill. Soulbound to the holder’s wallet.

Proof-of-Learning (PoL): A system that verifies users’ completion of learning paths, assessments, or skill milestones, often resulting in a Soulbound credential.

Learn-to-Earn (L2E): A reward mechanism where learners earn $NESOL tokens for engaging with content, completing courses, or achieving learning outcomes.

Create-to-Earn (C2E): A monetization model where educators, instructors, or institutions earn $NESOL tokens for creating content, facilitating courses, and driving learner engagement.

Staking: The act of locking $NESOL tokens in the platform to earn rewards, participate in governance, or unlock premium content and features.

Vesting: A scheduled release of $NESOL tokens over time to ensure alignment of team, advisors, and early contributors with long-term platform growth.

Whitelist: A curated list of approved participants granted early access to platform features, token sales, or special programs.

Airdrop: Free distribution of $NESOL tokens to users or community members, often to reward early adoption or engagement.

Gas Fees: Blockchain transaction costs paid when executing smart contracts, staking, minting NFTs, or transferring $NESOL tokens.

Smart Contract: Self-executing code on the blockchain that automates actions such as token distribution, staking rewards, credential issuance, or governance voting.

NFT (Non-Fungible Token): Unique digital assets representing certificates, learning achievements, special content access, or other rights within the Nesolearn ecosystem.

Learning NFTs: Special NFTs issued to learners to signify completion of high-value learning pathways or mastery of specific skills.

Knowledge DAO: A dedicated DAO within Nesolearn that governs community-driven initiatives such as course curation, token incentives, and strategic partnerships.

Access Control via Tokens: Mechanism where $NESOL tokens are used to unlock premium courses, exclusive content, or special platform privileges.

Token Economy: The ecosystem of $NESOL token issuance, staking, distribution, rewards, and incentives designed to encourage participation and long-term platform growth.