CXOToday gave an exclusive interview to Mr. Kanishk Duggal, Director Operations, ICRI
Q1. Mr. Dugal, what are the emerging trends in AI and data analytics that you believe will have a significant impact on the education sector in the next 5-10 years?
Answer: You’re absolutely right! AI is getting better at grading things quickly, but it can’t replace real teachers. Teachers bring a unique understanding and guidance that AI can’t match. We’re seeing some really exciting changes in the way we learn. Tools like virtual reality make learning fun and interactive. Additionally, AI can help teachers better understand their students by analyzing data. This allows teachers to tailor lessons to 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 could change the job of teachers. The future isn’t about AI replacing teachers. It’s about helping them be even better. Together, they can create extraordinary learning experiences for all students.
Q2. How do you see AI improving personalized learning experiences for students, and what steps is ICRI taking to integrate these technologies?
Absolutely! We want to teach each student in the way that works best for them. AI is really good at this. It can look at a student’s progress and suggest what they should learn next. This helps students learn better because they’re working on things they need help with.
– ICRI has set up a state-of-the-art lab at its Mumbai campus that can handle large amounts of data. The lab is equipped with the latest software that helps students analyze, learn and evaluate data in multiple ways.
– All our programs have a technology component where 1 module is dedicated to learning data analysis and assimilation so that when students leave, they are not only equipped to know the latest software but also to analyze data through various algorithms learned during the program.
– ICRI has collaborated with industry and academic leaders in cybersecurity and data science to create a new generation of skilled AI professionals.
Q3. How can data analytics improve decision-making processes within educational institutions, both at the administrative and pedagogical levels?
Data can actually help schools make better choices. Instead of just guessing, we can use information to make decisions. For school leaders, data is like a treasure map. It shows how many students are coming in, where we need more teachers, and why some students are leaving. It helps them make smart decisions about money, hiring, and what courses to offer.
For teachers, data is like a superpower! It shows them what each student knows and how they learn best. This allows teachers to provide specific support to students who need it and make learning fun for everyone. Data isn’t magic, but it is a really useful tool. It helps schools make better choices and helps students learn more.
Q4. What are the main challenges and opportunities you see in implementing AI and data analytics in the education sector?
Using AI and data to help students learn has its pros and cons. The good news is that AI can help us teach each student in a unique way, make teachers’ jobs easier, and help us understand how students learn.
But we need to be careful. We need to protect students’ information, make sure everyone can use these new tools, and think about how AI might change the way we teach. We also need to be careful not to rely too much on AI and forget about real people and thinking skills. To get the most out of AI, we need a good plan and the right tools. Then we can use AI to help students learn better without losing sight of the important aspects of 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 the way we teach! We can now teach each student in a way that works for them. AI can help students learn by providing extra help when they need it. We can even use AI to see which students are struggling and help them before it’s too late.
AI can also take care of teachers’ tedious administrative tasks, 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 continue to do quality research, ICRI needs to teach everyone about AI and data. We want people to learn how to make sense of lots of information, find new ways to do research, and share their ideas with others.
ICRI teaches everyone about AI and data. We help them acquire the basics and use this knowledge in their work. We also want people to continue learning by participating in special courses and online courses.
ICRI has a state-of-the-art laboratory capable of handling large data sets. 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 integrate a technological component including a module dedicated to data analysis and assimilation. This allows graduates to master not only the latest software, but also the application of various algorithms to extract useful information from data.
Q7. What ethical considerations should be kept in mind when deploying AI and data analytics in education, and how is ICRI addressing these concerns?
Using AI and data to help students learn is a good thing, but we need to be careful. We need to protect students’ information and make sure AI treats everyone fairly. It’s important to know how AI makes decisions so we can trust it. We also need to make sure everyone can use these new tools.
ICRI works hard to ensure we use AI wisely. We set rules to keep data safe and continually audit how AI works. We want to use AI to help everyone learn and grow, leaving no one behind.ICRI has partnered with industry and academic leaders in cybersecurity and data science to train a new generation of AI experts. This ensures that graduates are not only proficient in the latest software, but also in the application of various algorithms to extract meaningful information from data.
Q8. What new skills do you think will be essential for students and teachers 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 how to think deeply, solve problems, and be flexible. They need to 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 stuff.
Teachers need to know how to use AI and teach others how to do the same. They need to help students learn to think deeply and prepare for a world where AI is everywhere.
Q9. How do you see AI and data analytics reshaping traditional education models, and what role will ICRI play in this transformation?
AI and data are going to change the way we teach, and ICRI is leading the way! We can use these tools to teach each student in a special way that will help them learn better. We can use data to see how students are doing and help them when they need it. AI can also help students teach, giving them more time to help them think deeply. ICRI wants to be the first to use these new tools to make sure our students are ready for the future.
Q10. Is ICRI pursuing any notable collaborations or partnerships to advance the use of AI and data analytics in education?
AI and data can help us teach in new ways. We can use them to help each student learn in the way that works best for them. AI can also help teachers identify where students are struggling and provide extra support. This means teachers can spend more time helping students think seriously about things. ICRI wants to be the first to use these tools to ensure our students are ready for the future.
Our programme includes a dedicated data analytics module, ensuring that graduates are proficient in both cutting-edge software and data analysis techniques.
Through collaborations with industry and academic leaders in cybersecurity and data science, ICRI is fostering a new generation of AI talent. Our campus is home to a state-of-the-art data lab equipped with advanced software. This facility allows students to delve deeper into data analysis, learning, and evaluation.
