Hackathon: Falcon Hackathon by lablab.ai
Team: The Falconers
MetaCognify is an educational tool developed during the 10-day Falcon Hackathon. It leverages the Falcon 2 180B model to help students improve critical thinking and memory. The platform offers AI-driven simulations of two self-study techniques, the Feynman Technique and the Socratic Method, which are effective strategies for enhancing cognitive skills.
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Feynman Technique: Simplify complex concepts as if teaching a beginner. This method helps in identifying gaps in understanding and reinforcing knowledge through simplification and analogy.
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Socratic Method: Engage in guided questioning to challenge assumptions and deepen comprehension. By asking "why" and "how," this technique stimulates critical thinking and encourages deeper exploration of ideas.
- Noobert: An AI bot that simulates the Feynman Technique. It prompts users to explain topics in simple terms, enhancing understanding and retention.
- Socrabot: An AI bot that employs the Socratic Method. It challenges users with probing questions, promoting critical thinking and reflection.
- Feedback & Analytics: Both bots provide detailed performance metrics and personalized feedback, highlighting strengths and areas for improvement.
- Frontend: React, JavaScript, CSS
- Backend: Next.js, TypeScript
- API: AI71
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Setup:
- Clone the repository:
git clone https://github.com/AnshanaM/meta-cognify.git cd meta-cognify - Install dependencies:
npm install
- Configure environment variables (your AI71 API key).
- Clone the repository:
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Running the App:
- Start the development server:
npm run dev
- Start the development server:
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Using the App:
- Noobert: Choose a topic and explain it to Noobert, who will ask questions to clarify and deepen understanding.
- Socrabot: Engage with Socrabot's questions to explore and reflect on various topics.
- Review Feedback: Check the analytics dashboard for feedback and insights on your performance.
- Access the app at https://meta-cognify.vercel.app/.