International Journal of Innovative Research in Computer and Communication Engineering
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| TITLE | EDUHUB: A Virtual Laboratory Platform for Enhancing Practical Science Education in Rural and Under-Resourced Areas |
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| ABSTRACT | : In rural and under-resourced areas of India, 2nd PUC students face significant barriers to hands-on science education due to limited laboratory facilities. This project introduces EDUHUB, a web-based virtual laboratory platform designed to simulate key experiments from the 2nd PUC Physics and Electronics curriculum. By leveraging interactive simulations built with React.js, Three.js, and Firebase, EDUHUB bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, promoting equitable access to quality education. The platform aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and demonstrates how digital tools can democratize practical learning, especially in alignment with initiatives like Virtual Labs, PhET simulations, and state-level digital resources. |
| AUTHOR | GOUTHAM KP, ROHITH KRISHNA KV, SRICHIRANJAYA KS, TANUJA PATGAR U G Student, Dept. of ECE, Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, India Assistant Professor, Department of ECE, Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, India |
| VOLUME | 177 |
| DOI | DOI: 10.15680/IJIRCCE.2025.1312052 |
| pdf/52_EDUHUB A Virtual Laboratory Platform for Enhancing Practical Science Education in Rural and Under-Resourced Areas.pdf | |
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