Context :
How AI is bringing new energy to business education…. BL .. 30 Sept 2024 .. by … Nitish Jain
Extract :
When the American artificial intelligence (AI) research organisation
OpenAI released ChatGPT in November 2022, it sent shockwaves through the
academic world. Many educators, even at prestigious universities, initially
viewed the AI chatbot with scepticism and concern. This could be the end
of student essays, some warned, amid fears that AI may encourage cheating and
ruin critical thinking skills
Schools and colleges struggled with this new reality. Faculty
meetings were filled with heated debates over whether to ban AI tools or find
ways to integrate them into the curriculum.
However, as the dust settled and educators began experimenting
with AI, perspectives started to shift, and they realised it could be a powerful tool to enhance learning. This paved the way for a broader understanding of AI’s role in
education and how it could help elevate traditional
teaching methods. AI has today become a vital
tool in making learning more personalised, adaptive, and accessible.
AI tutors
Imagine a typical MBA student juggling coursework, a part-time
job, and entrepreneurial ambitions. Finding the time and energy to keep up with
traditional classes can be a challenge. Enter AI-powered tutors — tools that
can
Ø adapt to a student’s unique learning
needs, strengths and weaknesses,
Ø analysing coursework
Ø designing a customised path.
The AI :
Ø breaks down difficult concepts,
Ø provides 24/7 feedback,
Ø tracks progress ,
all from a
mobile device. It offers the flexibility to learn at one’s pace.
Now, imagine submitting a case study for a high-stakes finance
class and receiving feedback within minutes. Traditional grading may take days or even weeks, but AI-driven assessments can
provide instant and detailed feedback that not only highlights mistakes but also offers suggestions for
improvement. This fosters a dynamic learning
environment where students can make real-time adjustments, reinforcing their
learning more effectively.
Such instant
feedback prepares students to thrive in fast-paced business
environments, where quick decision-making and adaptability are essential.
AI is also reshaping how educators refine their teaching
techniques.
Instead of relying solely on live classroom interactions, instructors can now practise in virtual classrooms filled with
AI-generated students, each with distinct learning styles and challenges —
whether highly engaged, struggling, or disruptive.
The AI analyses the teaching performance, offering real-time
feedback on clarity, engagement, and responsiveness. Faculty can practise
handling a wide range of situations without the pressure of affecting real
student outcomes.
The AI-powered simulators are integrated with the latest industry
trends, allowing educators to continuously update teaching strategies. By staying ahead of the curve, faculty can prepare students for
emerging challenges in business.
(The writer is founder and
President, SP Jain Group)
Dear Educators :
I launched www.My-Teacher.in , on
27th June , some 3 months before publication of above quoted article
by Shri Jain , in which he has envisaged what shape will education take, with
the arrival of AI
That prompted me to ask > Does www.My-Teacher.in
, fill the role of an AI
TUTOR ?
It is for you to decide after looking at the following tabulation
With regards,
Hemen Parekh / 03 Oct 2024
PS :
Only way to confirm the correctness of this tabulation is to experience www.My-Teacher.in
Shri Jain’s
Visualization |
Is this a
feature of www.My-Teacher.in? |
Assessment by
ChatGPT |
A powerful tool to enhance learning |
✔ |
Perfect – www.My-Teacher.in is designed to leverage AI to improve
learning efficiency and outcomes. |
Elevate traditional teaching methods |
✔ |
Perfect – The platform supplements
traditional methods by providing innovative, adaptive AI tutoring. |
Makes learning more personalised, adaptive, and
accessible |
✔ |
Perfect – It uses AI to personalize the
learning experience, adapting to individual needs. |
Adapt to a student’s unique learning needs |
✔ |
Perfect – The AI customization aligns well
with the diverse learning needs of students. |
Breaks down difficult concepts |
✔ |
Perfect – The AI's ability to break down
complex ideas makes this a fully supported feature. |
Provides 24/7 feedback |
✔ |
Perfect – Available online around the
clock, offering continuous learning support. |
Tracks progress |
✔ |
Perfect – AI continuously monitors and
reports progress. |
All from a mobile device |
✔ |
Perfect – Accessible on mobile devices,
meeting modern student needs. |
Learn at one’s pace |
✔ |
Perfect – Encourages self-paced learning, a
key strength of the platform. |
AI-driven assessments can provide instant and
detailed feedback |
✔ |
Moderate – Though feedback is fast, the
depth of analysis in detailed feedback might vary depending on the complexity
of the subject matter. |
Not only highlights mistakes but also offers
suggestions for improvement |
✔ |
Moderate – The platform offers suggestions
for improvement, but further refinement could enhance the precision of
improvement suggestions. |