The document proposes developing a peer-to-peer (P2P) network to connect engineering colleges in Kerala, India to improve collaborative learning. Currently, the education system focuses on rote learning and passing exams rather than developing skills. The proposed P2P network would provide resources, communication, and guidance to support collaborative learning. It would involve designing modules for file sharing, communication tools, and monitoring trust and reputation over the P2P network. The goal is to enhance academic quality and research through more interactive, collaborative learning.

1. “ Peer-to-Peer Collaborative Learning Framework for Improving Learning Process in Engineering Education” Sabu M. Thampi LBSITW, Poojappura

3. Schematic of Inputs and Outputs for Engineering Education

4. “ Tell me and I forget. Show me and I remember. Involve me and I understand . ” -Chinese proverb

9. Content is learned in a relevant context. Content is not necessarily learned in context. The way information is processed and used is most important. The content is most important. Learning extends beyond the classroom. Learning takes place in the classroom. Authentic, interdisciplinary projects and problems. Series of smaller teacher defined tasks organized within separate subject disciplines. Learning may be co-operative, collaborative or independent. Students work together to reach a common goal. Students willingly help each other sharing/exchanging skills and ideas. The learning experience is often competitive in nature. The competition is usually between students. The teacher is a facilitator and guide. The students are the decision makers. The teacher is the instructor and decision maker. Power and responsibility are primarily student centered. Power and responsibility are primarily teacher centered. Students are in control of their own learning. The teacher is in control. A student centered environment A teacher centered environment Collaborative Learning Traditional Teaching Comparing Traditional Teaching and Collaborative Learning

17. Search Scenario in an Unstructured P2P Network

20. Architecture

25. Tentative Project Schedule Implementation Dec, 2011 Nov, 2011 02 months Testing and Review Oct. 2011 Aug, 2011 03 months Development and Integration of all modules July, 2011 May, 2011 03 months Data Collection and Analysis Tool April, 2011 March, 2011 02 months Archiving tool Feb, 2011 Dec, 2010 03 months Utilities for Monitoring Nov. 2010 August, 2010 04 months Communication facilities (e-mail, audio/video chat, instant messaging etc.) July, 2010 July, 2010 01 months Incorporating Trust Management with Simulation Software June, 2010 April, 2010 03 months Trust Management Technique March, 2010 Jan, 2010 03 months Design of P2P Simulation environment for testing the efficacy of two algorithms Dec. 2009 Oct. 2009 03 months Development of Replication Technique Sept. 2009 July 2009 03 months Development of suitable Search Technique June, 2009 April, 2009 03 months Study of existing collaborative learning techniques applied in educational and industrial fields and Study Report Mar. 2009 Jan, 2009 03 months Procurement of equipments & recruitment of staff Dec, 2008 July, 2008 02 months Project Approval from KSCSTE June, 2008 01 month Project Proposal Preparation and Submission End Date Start Date Duration Project Task

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