CXOToday has engaged in an exclusive interview with Mr. Kanishk duggal, COO, ICRI
Q1. Mr. Dugal, what are the emerging trends in AI and data analytics that you believe will significantly impact the education industry in the next 5-10 years?
Ans: You’re absolutely right! AI are getting better at grading things quickly, but they can’t replace real teachers. Teachers bring a special understanding and guidance that AI can’t match. We’re seeing really cool changes in how we learn. Things like virtual reality are making learning fun and interactive. Plus, AI can help teachers understand their students better by looking at data. This helps teachers tailor lessons for each student.
While this is exciting, we need to be careful. We need to protect student information, make sure everyone can use these new tools, and think about how this might change jobs for teachers. The future isn’t about AI replacing teachers. It’s about AI helping teachers be even better. Together, they can create amazing learning experiences for all students.
Q2. How do you see AI enhancing personalised learning experiences for students, and what steps is ICRI taking to integrate these technologies?
Absolutely! We want to teach each student in a way that’s best for them. AI are really good at helping with this. They can look at how a student is doing and suggest what they should learn next. This helps students learn better because they’re working on things that they need help with.
– ICRI has installed a state of art lab sets at its Mumbai campus which can handle large amounts data. This lab is packed with latest software which help students to analyze, learn and assess data in multiple ways.
– All our programs have a tech component where 1 module is dedicated to learning data analytics and assimilation so that when students go out not only are they equipped to know the latest software but to analyze data through various algorithms learnt during the program.
– ICRI has collaborated with industry and university leaders in cyber security and data science to create a new generation of AI skilled professionals.
Q3. In what ways can data analytics improve decision-making processes within educational institutions, both at an administrative and instructional level?
Data can really help schools make better choices. Instead of just guessing, we can use information to decide things. For school leaders, data is like a treasure map. It shows how many students are coming, where we need more teachers, and why some students leave school. This helps them make smart decisions about money, hiring, and what classes to offer.
For teachers, data is like a super power! It shows them what each student knows and how they learn best. This helps teachers give special help to students who need it and make learning fun for everyone. Data isn’t magic, but it’s a really helpful tool. It helps schools make better choices and help students learn more.
Q4. What are some of the key challenges and opportunities you foresee in implementing AI and data analytics in the education sector?
Using AI and data to help students learn has both good and bad parts. The good news is that AI can help us teach each student in a special way, make teacher jobs easier, and help us understand how students learn.
But we need to be careful. We need to protect student information, make sure everyone can use these new tools, and think about how AI might change how we teach. We also need to make sure we don’t rely too much on AI and forget about real people and thinking skills. To make the most of AI, we need a good plan and the right tools. Then we can use AI to help students learn better without losing the important things about teaching.
Q5. Can you share examples of how AI and data analytics have already improved student outcomes and engagement in educational settings?
AI and data are changing how we teach! We can now teach each student in a special way that fits them. AI can help students learn by giving them extra help when they need it. We can even use AI to see which students are having trouble and help them before it’s too late.
AI can also do boring paperwork for teachers, so they can spend more time teaching. All of this helps students learn better and enjoy school more. We can even use data to make our schools better places to learn.
Q6. How important is it to train faculty and staff in AI and data analytics, and what initiatives has ICRI implemented to ensure they are well-equipped?
To stay smart and keep doing great research, ICRI needs to teach everyone about AI and data. We want people to learn how to understand lots of information, find new ways to do research, and share their ideas with others.
ICRI is teaching everyone about AI and data. We’re helping them learn the basics and how to use this knowledge in their work. We also want people to keep learning by going to special classes and online courses.
ICRI’s Have a cutting-edge laboratory capable of handling extensive datasets. Equipped with the latest software, this facility provides students with a comprehensive platform to analyze, understand, and evaluate data from multiple perspectives.
All our programs incorporate a technology component featuring a dedicated module on data analytics and assimilation. This ensures graduates are proficient in not only the latest software but also in applying various algorithms to extract meaningful insights from data.
Q7. What ethical considerations should be kept in mind when deploying AI and data analytics in education, and how does ICRI address these concerns?
Using AI and data to help students learn is great, but we need to be careful. We must keep student information safe and make sure AI treat everyone fairly. It’s important to know how AI make decisions so we can trust them. We also need to make sure that everyone can use these new tools.
ICRI is working hard to make sure we use AI in a good way. We’re making rules to keep data safe and are always checking how AI are working. We want to use AI to help everyone learn and grow, without leaving anyone behind. ICRI has partnered with industry and academic leaders in cybersecurity and data science to cultivate a new generation of AI experts. This ensures graduates are proficient in not only the latest software but also in applying various algorithms to extract meaningful insights from data.
Q8. What new skill sets do you believe will be essential for students and educators in the future as AI and data analytics become more prevalent?
With AI and data becoming part of our lives, we all need to learn new things. Students need to learn to think deeply, solve problems, and be flexible. They should question what they read, find patterns in information, and come up with new ideas. It’s also important to understand how people feel and be creative, because AI will do a lot of the easy jobs.
Teachers need to know how to use AI and teach others to do the same. They should help students learn to think deeply and get ready for a world with lots of AI.
Q9. How do you think AI and data analytics will reshape traditional education models, and what role will ICRI play in this transformation?
AI and data are going to change how we teach, and ICRI is going to lead the way! We can use these tools to teach each student in a special way that helps them learn best. We can use data to see how students are doing and help them when they need it. AI can also help teach students, giving teachers more time to help students think deeply. ICRI wants to be the first to use these new tools to make sure our students are ready for the future.
Q10. Are there any notable collaborations or partnerships that ICRI is pursuing to advance the use of AI and data analytics in education?
Indeed, AI and data can help us teach in new ways. We can use them to help each student learn in the best way for them. AI can also help teachers figure out where students are struggling and give them extra help. This means teachers can spend more time helping students think hard about things. ICRI wants to be the first to use these tools to make sure our students are ready for the future.
Our curriculum incorporates a dedicated data analytics module, ensuring graduates are well-versed in both cutting-edge software and data analysis techniques.
Through collaborations with industry and academic leaders in cybersecurity and data science, ICRI is nurturing a new generation of AI talent. Our Campus houses a state-of-the-art data laboratory equipped with advanced software. This facility empowers students to delve deep into data analysis, learning, and assessment.
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