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Integrating Indoor Localization Technologies for Enhanced Smart Education: Challenges, Innovations, and Applications

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This comprehensive study investigates the integration of indoor localisation technologies in Smart Education (SE) environments, emphasizing their transformative potential to optimize educational systems. Moreover, this work reviews various technologies such as WiFi, 5G, Bluetooth, IoT, Ultra-Wideband (UWB), and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), analysing their advantages, limitations, and applicability within educational settings. Special attention is given to privacy concerns, exploring compliance with international regulations such as the GDPR. A novel Proof of Concept (PoC) is presented, demonstrating the effectiveness of an Automatic Attendance Control (AAC) system leveraging WiFi and 5G technologies. By combining these radio technologies, the PoC achieves real-time localisation with a high degree of accuracy and scalability, even in resource-constrained environments. The results highlight the significant improvements in attendance management and other potential applications, such as real-time navigation and occupancy monitoring, contributing to enhanced efficiency and quality in educational institutions. This study underscores the potential of indoor localisation technologies to advance SE and offers insights for future innovation in smart, technology-driven learning ecosystems.

Source: IEEE Access

DOI: 10.1109/access.2025.3578718

Authors: Carlos Simón Álvarez-Merino, Emil Jatib Khatib, Antonio Tarrías Muñoz, Raquel Barco Moreno

Institution: Universidad de Málaga

Language: English

Topic: Indoor and Outdoor Localization Technologies

Subfield: Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,075