Ideaz

SkillSwap – A Peer-to-Peer Learning Exchange for Students

Problem it Solves:
Students often struggle with certain subjects or skills but can’t always afford extra classes or tutors. At the same time, many students are strong in one subject and could easily help others. The problem is, there’s no simple, structured way for students to exchange skills and knowledge directly.

Current Market Gap:
While online courses and tutoring apps exist, they are usually paid and not personalized for a student community. Free resources lack accountability and interaction. What’s missing is a student-friendly, low-cost platform where learners can both teach and learn.

My Solution:
A mobile app called SkillSwap, where students can:
• List the subjects or skills they’re confident in (math, coding, languages, design, etc.).
• Browse what others are offering and request 1:1 help or group sessions.
• Earn Skill Points by teaching, which they can spend on learning something new.
• Join quick interactive activities like quizzes, flashcards, or mini challenges built into the app.

Who Benefits:
• Students → Learn new skills, get academic help, and save money.
• Universities → Promote peer learning and stronger student communities.
• Parents → Relief knowing students have free/affordable academic support.
• Society → Builds a culture of collaboration and knowledge-sharing.

Business Model:
Freemium model – Core peer-to-peer exchanges and points system are free. Premium tier unlocks features like verified tutors, advanced analytics, and certification for completed skills.

Why This Matters to Me:
As students, we often depend on YouTube or random online resources, but learning from peers feels more natural and relatable. SkillSwap isn’t just an app—it’s a way to make education more collaborative, affordable, and fun.