TOWARDS A PRACTICAL COMPUTER NETWORKING PLATFORM FOR ONLINE LEARNING ABOUT NETWORKS IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY COURSES
Laboratoire LITA, ESP, UCAD (SENEGAL)
About this paper:
Conference name: 18th International Technology, Education and Development Conference
Dates: 4-6 March, 2024
Location: Valencia, Spain
Abstract:
This article presents a platform for conducting online practical work to address three primary concerns: the absence of tele-training facilities in the field of computer networks, the establishment of online science and technology laboratories, and the reduction of deployment costs. Setting up a physical laboratory necessitates resources such as space, equipment, and human resources for maintenance, which can be expensive. The proposed solution suggests utilizing a virtual laboratory deployed in the public cloud, built on the Moodle e-learning management system with its BigBlueButton virtual classroom plugin, and the GNS3 Web application for e-learning. This solution aims to establish a relatively cost-effective virtual network laboratory for the development of scientific and technological skills. The impact of this work lies in the acquisition of practical knowledge in the field of networks, aligning with the needs of companies and organizations to enhance competitiveness in the job market.Keywords:
Online practice platform, e-learning devices, Virtual lab, Public cloud, MOODLE, BigBlueButton, GNS3 Web, e-learning.