AISA - Architecture enabling Interoperability across Academic Platforms
interoperability, AMS, LMS, software architecture, FIWARE
The 2023 Higher Education Census, conducted by INEP, revealed a significant increase in student enrollment in undergraduate programs, especially in the distance learning modality, driving the need to enhance academic processes and digitize higher education institutions. Universities use various technologies for academic and administrative management, such as SIG-UFRN, which includes SIGAA, SIPAC, and SIGRH. In addition to these systems, tools like Moodle and social networks such as Discord are used in teaching. However, the lack of interoperability among these academic systems leads to rework, data duplication, and inconsistencies, increasing the workload for faculty and administrators. Studies on middleware suggest solutions for system integration, but many are limited in scalability and rely on proprietary software. To overcome these challenges, this research proposes the Academic Systems Interoperability Architecture (AISA), a middleware that leverages specialized APIs and messaging technology to enable efficient and secure communication between academic systems. AISA aims to reduce rework, improve data accuracy, and enhance the security of academic information. The solution was validated through a case study in a higher education institution, contributing to technological advancements in education.