E-AKSHARA - NEXT GENERATION UBIQUITOUS SMART LEARNING PLATFORM

Ashwini M, Chaithra S, Damanpreet Kaur, Gowrishankar.S

Abstract: Recent evolution in web technology has provided millions of resources that identify unparalleled challenges which can support the collaborative learning of college students. This paper attempts to provide an insight into one of the web-based solutions-“eAkshara-Smart learning platform” which can catalyze the learning capability of the students. e-Akshara platform deploys a smarty framework which simplifies compartmentalization and allows separation of front and back logic. This Smarty framework is more flexible and secured with free and open source feature. This web-enabled platform provides continuous learning to students which will connect their pedagogical and professional knowledge. The state-of-the-art platform provides students the web interface to learn through practical labs and real time projects, surpassing the challenges associated with learner technological skills, course content development and evaluation techniques. Students can apply for internships and job placements through this portal. They can also submit their projects in public domain which will be reviewed and funded by the venture capitalists. This idea will transform the new generation students into industry-ready professionals and future entrepreneurs which will enrich the start-up culture of the country and generate more employment opportunities.

Keywords: eLearning, e-Akshara, SmartLab, SmartProject, Virtual Classrooms.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.15623/ijret.2016.0503011