Personalised learning at scale; how AI is tailoring education for every Indian student

India’s education system, one of the largest in the world, is undergoing a seismic transformation towards digitisation.

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October 15, 2023 11:30 IST

Personalised learning at scale; how AI is tailoring education for every Indian student.

By Devesh Mishra

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the world, and the field of education is no exception. Traditional education systems often grapple with challenges to cater to the diverse needs of students and offer personalised learning solutions. However, the emergence of AI has brought a new dawn in the education sector, revolutionising the way we approach learning. According to a McKinsey & Company report, AI can enhance learning outcomes by 20-30 percent.

India’s growing focus on AI and other emerging tech in education

In a country where the student population is a tapestry of varied learning styles, preferences, and backgrounds, a one-size-fits-all approach may not work. Acknowledging this, National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 calls for a more personalised and flexible approach to education in India, catering to the diverse learning styles, preferences, and backgrounds of its students. To prepare today’s students for the future AI economy, the NEP also stressed the need to impart technical knowledge at all levels of the curriculum.

While the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has started the preparation of a new National Curriculum Framework for School Education in compliance with NEP 2020, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced AI as a subject in class IX from 2019-2020 session and in Class-XI from 2020-2021 session in their affiliated schools. AICTE-approved educational institutions have also been asked to offer AI as an elective in B.Tech courses and start a B.Tech program in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science.

India’s education system, one of the largest in the world, is undergoing a seismic transformation towards digitization. AI in the Indian education industry is likely to reach 40.3% CAGR from 2019 to 2025, according to Business Today.

How AI Integration in Education Can Enhance the Learning Experience

Adaptive Learning: One of AI’s most remarkable capabilities is its ability to recognize and adapt to individual learning styles. AI can personalise the learning experience by offering innovative solutions tailored to the specific needs of each student. By employing AI algorithms, stakeholders in the education sector can analyse students’ performance data and behaviours to gain insights into their strengths, weaknesses, and preferred learning styles.

Enhanced Assessments: Traditional assessment methods often suffer from limitations such as irregularity and bias. AI-driven quizzes and assignments, on the other hand, offer real-time evaluation and feedback. These assessments are not only designed to gauge the student’s understanding but also to identify learning gaps and address them.

Empowering Educators: Traditional assessment methods often suffer from irregularities and biases. In contrast, AI-driven quizzes and assignments provide real-time evaluation and feedback. These assessments are designed not only to measure students’ comprehension but also to identify learning gaps and address them effectively.

Learning For All: One of the most transformative impacts of AI in Indian education is its ability to bridge geographical division. Remote and underserved areas often lack access to quality education. AI-powered education platforms can transcend these barriers, bringing world-class education to the most distant corners of the country, thereby democratising learning opportunities.

Prioritising Privacy: As AI takes centre stage in education, ethical considerations become imperative. Data privacy and security are critical aspects that must be meticulously addressed. Striking a balance between data-driven personalization and protecting sensitive information is a challenge that demands constant vigilance. AI in Indian education is at a nascent stage, but it can be leveraged to ensure better education for the students of our country.