In India they have introduced the first humanoid robot teacher equipped with artificial intelligence, which has captured the public’s interest in social networks. This robot, called “Iris” and characterized by wearing a sari, has been created by Makerlabs Edutech and has begun to perform teaching functions in Kerala, a state in the south of the country.
Iris has been part of NITI Aayog’s Atal Tinkering Lab project since 2021, an initiative that seeks to enrich extracurricular school activities.
Iris: India’s first AI-powered robot teacher
The innovators behind Iris claim that this humanoid seeks to transform and modernize conventional teaching methods. According to a statement from Makerlabs Edutech on Linkedin,“Iris symbolizes our determination to overcome current barriers, fostering confidence in future disruptive innovations.”
Faced with the challenge of a shortage of qualified teachers in a country with a student population of about 265 million, the idea of incorporating humanoid robots into education is an attractive solution. A shortage of teachers is reported throughout the Indian territory, which exacerbates the need for innovative educational alternatives.
To help raise the standard of education, Iris was implemented at KTCT Higher Secondary School in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, to enrich the learning experience of students. Makerlabs envisions Iris to act not only as a teaching robot, but as an advanced voice assistant tailored to the educational environment, providing quick responses and seamless operability through its integration of robotic technology and generative artificial intelligence . In the following video you can see the interaction of this robot teacher with the students.
Iris’ mission is to enrich the learning experience for students. Source: Aaj Tak.
Multilingual Indian humanoid robot
As a multilingual learning facilitator, Iris promotes interactive learning through personalized voice assistance and is able to resolve complex queries in a variety of academic subjects. Its mobility is ensured by wheels, which facilitates a more dynamic and participative teaching.
Undoubtedly, the presence of Iris in the classroom promises to enhance student interaction and offer a personalized method of instruction that accommodates different ways of learning. This breakthrough represents a window into the future of education, where artificial intelligence will artificial intelligence is emerging as a complementary tool for teachers, although the long-term impacts remain to be seen.
Makerlabs Edutech expressed on Instagram:”With IRIS, we aim to transform the education sector by harnessing the power of AI to deliver a learning experience that is completely tailored to individual needs. IRIS enables educators to deliver more engaging and effective classes”.
Advantages of AI robots in India for education.
The incorporation of humanoid robots in education offers multiple benefits ranging from the promotion of technical skills to the development of interpersonal competencies. These innovative devices not only stimulate students’ interest and active participation in learning, but also enhance crucial skills such as programming, critical thinking, creativity and practical problem solving.
Likewise, interaction with robots in education promotes collaborative work and effective communication.
In addition, this learning approach increases knowledge acquisition in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) areas, while encouraging experimentation and exploration of new solutions, as educational robots allow students to learn at their own pace, adapting to different learning styles and offering a more personalized and engaging way to understand complex concepts.
It is also important to note that the integration of robots such as Iris into educational environments anticipates a transformation in the teaching-learning process and raises questions about future social interaction between students and artificial teachers. How will this affect students’ emotional and social development?
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Source: interestingengineering.com
Photo: Aaj Tak
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