# Learning IoT - Roadmap and Challenges
## Navigating Through Adaptability and Engagement
**Fredrik Ahlgren**
**Feb 01, 2024 | 4:00 PM CET**
**Linnaeus University**

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### Introduction
Welcome to "Learning IoT - Roadmap and Challenges". I'm Fredrik Ahlgren, a Senior lecturer in Computer Science and Marine Engineering at Linnaeus University. Today, we'll explore the journey of our Applied IoT course, focusing on adaptability in hardware selection, platform integration, and community engagement.

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### The Journey Begins
- **Origin:** Transition from campus to distance learning due to COVID-19.

#### Welcome videos

First course in Swedish ...

- 2020: https://youtu.be/Mr7kh0h1-Ko?si=TpoP2KfKCae6q857
- 2022: https://youtu.be/pEB_j0NFc74?si=kA-w87InfiCSoQDT
- 2023: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NeGM24HeF5w&list=PL70wNv4dBdJxh0lJjnLlQjqh9rshaht6X&index=2
- Discord intro video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0dl6zbUqLk

- **Goal:** To create an engaging and practical IoT learning experience.

Last year videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NeGM24HeF5w&list=PL70wNv4dBdJxh0lJjnLlQjqh9rshaht6X&index=2
https://lnu-ftk.instructure.com/courses/255

2022:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEB_j0NFc74&list=PL70wNv4dBdJx2hoJxvNIUS_VPhR5QQY45

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### Evolution of Hardware
- **First Steps with Pycom:** Introduction and rationale.
- **Transition to Heltec and ESP32:** Advantages and learning curve.
- **Latest Addition - Raspberry Pi Pico:** Why we chose it and its impact.

BOM 2023: https://lnu-ftk.instructure.com/courses/255/pages/bill-of-material

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### Overcoming Challenges
- **Engagement in Online Settings:** Strategies to maintain interaction among hundreds of students.
- **Discord:** Our choice for real-time communication.
- **Canvas:** The backbone for course administration.

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### Innovative Teaching Approaches
- **Workshops and Labs:** How we managed to keep the hands-on experience alive.
- **Role of TAs:** Their invaluable contribution to workshop scheduling and execution.
- TAs made much of the workshop material and worked 24/7.
- More than 10 TAs last year.

- **Weekly blogs** https://hackmd.io/V4FJznAuSR2rhasDdP5Ggw
- Live stream 2021 -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T93cED-0Sos&t=34984s
- Live stream 2022 (Dublin ...) ->https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idyT0KBAKy8&t=37202s
- Live stream 2023 -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXhb2V9iVvY&t=21863s

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### Showcasing Success
- **Student Projects:** A glimpse into some of the best works.
- **Real-world Application:** How these projects mirror industry needs.

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### Methodology and Resources
- **Tutorial Template:** Keeping it straightforward for ease of learning.
- **Industry Talks:** Bridging the gap between theory and practice.

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### Leveraging LLMs for Enhanced Online Learning

This presentation draws upon insights from an unpublished paper titled "Leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) for Enhancing Outcomes and Engagement in Online Courses" by Oxana Lundström, Neda Maleki, and Fredrik Ahlgren. The study conducted at Linnaeus University's Applied IoT Lab employs OpenAI's GPT-4 to analyze 12,000+ Discord messages, demonstrating the profound impact of LLMs in deciphering student feedback, inspiring projects, and boosting engagement. The research underlines the strategic use of AI to alleviate lecturer workload and enhance student satisfaction significantly.


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### Looking Forward
- **Insights and Improvements:** What we've learned and where we're heading.
- **Future of IoT Education:** Our commitment to continuous innovation.

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### Q&A
Feel free to ask questions or share your thoughts!

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### Closing Remarks
Thank you for joining us today. Let's continue to explore and innovate in the world of IoT together.