EduSys (Smart Classroom Management System)

Problem Statement

Educational institutions face challenges in managing virtual classrooms and ensuring active student engagement during remote learning. Teachers need tools that support interactive teaching methods, allow for real-time communication, and simplify administrative tasks like attendance tracking and assignment distribution. EduConnect aims to address these needs by providing a virtual classroom management platform where teachers can create and manage their own subjects, post assignments and notices, conduct meetings with real-time whiteboard capabilities, and engage students through dedicated group chats. Additionally, EduConnect includes a Real-Time Attendance Checker to streamline attendance tracking during virtual sessions, ultimately enhancing teaching effectiveness and learning outcomes for institutions.

Overview

The EduSys (Smart Classroom Management System) is a comprehensive solution designed to enhance the learning experience for both educators and students. Built using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js), this application leverages Socket.IO for real-time communication, the Stream SDK for chat functionalities, and integrates an AI-powered chatbot to assist with common queries and guidance.

Features

• Create and Manage Assignments and Notices: Easily create, edit, and manage assignments and important notices for students.
• AI-Powered Chatbot: A responsive chatbot to assist students and teachers by answering frequently asked questions, providing guidance on using the platform, and supporting general queries.
• Group Chat Functionality: Enable communication within different classes with a dedicated group chat feature.
• Class Meeting: A Class Meeting is a scheduled virtual session where teachers and students connect for instruction, discussion, and support.
• Real-Time Attendance: Automatically captures participant names during Class Meetings, allowing teachers to easily mark attendance for their institution.
• Interactive Whiteboard: A virtual whiteboard for teachers to visually explain concepts, draw diagrams, and facilitate collaborative learning during Class Meetings.

Technologies Used

• Frontend: React.js
• Backend: Node.js with Express.js
• Database: MongoDB
• Real-Time Communication: Socket.IO
• Meet Functionality: Stream SDK
• AI Chatbot: Gemini ai

Installation

To set up the project locally, follow these steps:

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/username/smart-classroom-management-system.git

2. Navigate to the project directory:

   cd EduSync

3. Install dependencies: For the server:

   cd server
   npm install

   For the client:

   cd client
   npm install

4. Set up environment variables: Create a .env file in the server directory and add the necessary environment variables. Refer to .env.example for guidance.

5. Run the application: Start the server:

   npm start

   Start the client:

   cd client
   npm start

Usage

Once the application is running, you can access it via http://localhost:3000. Use the dashboard to navigate through the various features, manage classroom activities, and interact with the AI-driven chatbot for assistance.

Acknowledgments

A big thank you to @Anurag-singh-thakur for their invaluable help with the frontend. Your expertise and support made a significant impact on the project.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Please fork the repository and create a pull request for any enhancements or bug fixes.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.