Cut the Crap

“The role of AI and blended learning

#GS-3

in shaping the future of education” #TheHindu

The traditional education system to online

shift from
learning which was earlier temporary solution
seen as

I during COVID 19 became viable and term

long
approach to education making the concept of blended
more relevant than ever
learning

Blended Learning-
The concept
of blended
combines
learning
traditional classroom

experience with online

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learning

Advantages-

teachers
efficiency of

exponentially increase the

and teaching methodologies

Teachers can access world class content and resources

Allow teachers to focus more level tasks

on
high
such as mentorship guidance and support by

freeing their time

Blended learning can

bridge the gapbetween

online and in
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It can make education

more accessible engaging

and

effective

Concerns-

Most smart ill equipped to

of classrooms are

support blended learning or harness the

full

AI technologies

potential of

Lack size fits all

of

personalization one

to address diverse needs

approach fails of

individual students

Reliance content

on
pre programmed

Teachers are not being trained on how to use

the new
technology in their classrooms

AI powered
platforms like chatGPT

Existing
not specifically designed educationalpurposes

are
for

Way Forward-

New
generation of AI driven learning platforms

purpose built to cater to the unique needs of

students are needed

The platforms should be capable

of offering
personalised guidance adapting to each

student's and

learning style face background

Integrate classrooms with classroom space

after
to deliver a consistent

learning experience

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classrooms must be

equipped with right

technology and tools