Year: 2025
Type: conference-paper
Abstract: This article delves into the innovative integration of SignalR, a real-time web application library, within digital educational platforms, highlighting its transformative potential in enhancing interactive and collaborative learning experiences. With the digital landscape of education rapidly evolving, the need for realtime communication tools has become paramount. SignalR emerges as a powerful solution, enabling instant, bi-directional messaging that significantly improves the dynamics of online learning and teaching.The article begins with an introduction to the necessity of robust informational environments in large corporations, setting the stage for the exploration of real-time web applications as a critical component of modern digital education systems. It further elaborates on the technical mechanisms of SignalR, including WebSockets, Server-Sent Events, and Long Polling, showcasing how these technologies facilitate seamless and efficient communication between clients and servers. A comprehensive guide on implementing a SignalR-based chat application in an ASP.NET framework is provided, offering insights into the development process, from setting up MVC applications and configuring SignalR hubs to client-side JavaScript for engaging user interfaces. This practical implementation underscores the accessibility and feasibility of incorporating real-time communication functionalities into educational platforms. The core of the article emphasizes the application of SignalR-based chats in digital educational settings. It explores various use cases, including enhanced student-teacher interaction, collaborative learning opportunities, administrative communication, and fostering accessibility and inclusion. These applications illustrate the significant impact of real-time communication on creating more interactive, engaging, and supportive learning environments. In conclusion, the integration of SignalR into digital education platforms represents a leap towards a future where education is characterized by immediacy, connectivity, and inclusivity. This article provides a foundational understanding of SignalR's capabilities and offers a blueprint for educators and developers to innovate their digital educational offerings, ultimately enriching the learning experience in the digital age.
Language: English
Topic: Mobile and Web Applications
Subfield: Information Systems
Field: Computer Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: gold
OpenAlex ID: W4410317181