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Iris AI-Generated Robot Teacher
As a part of a significant move to integrate technology into education, KTCT Higher Secondary School in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala has introduced an AI-generated robot teacher "Iris" as an additional faculty member. Iris is developed by Makerlabs Edutech Private Limit, as part of their mission to form a fusion of AI and education to revolutionize the classroom experience for students.
Iris stands out as a versatile and interactive teaching assistant equipped with a range of advanced features. The robot's capabilities include communication fluency in English, Malayalam, and Hindi which caters to the linguistic diversity of the region and ensures effective communication with students across various language backgrounds. Moreover, Iris possesses the ability to tackle complex queries and serves as a knowledgeable resource for students seeking academic guidance.
One of the key features of Iris is its adaptability to individual learning needs and preferences. It can seamlessly customize its teaching approach to suit the unique requirements of each student by leveraging generative AI technologies. This personalized teaching approach represents a significant departure from traditional teaching methods to a more dynamic and student-centric educational environment.
"The AI Teacher Robot is an innovative voice assistant designed to aid in educational settings and DIY learning environments. Powered by the possibilities of Robotics and Generative AI technologies, this robot serves as a versatile teaching tool with interactive capabilities. Equipped with a dedicated Intel processor and a coprocessor for maneuvering tasks, the robot offers seamless performance and responsiveness. With its Android App interface, users can easily control and interact with the robot for a personalized learning experience", says MakerLabs about Iris on its website.
#Kerala school makes history with 1st AI teacher, Iris! 🇮🇳 This humanoid can answer complex questions & speak 3 languages. Students love her & the school plans to add more AI teachers next year! #generativeAI #education #futureoflearning pic.twitter.com/wU6HKE6d6N
— Shrijayan (@rshrijayan) March 5, 2024
Apart from its linguistic and cognitive capabilities, this robot teacher is also capable of physical dexterity, mimicking human gestures and movements with remarkable precision. Furthermore, Makerlabs aims to expand Iris's linguistic repertoire to encompass 20 languages, further broadening its accessibility and utility across diverse cultural contexts.
As Iris takes its place alongside human educators, it symbolizes not a replacement but a complement to traditional teaching methodologies. It represents a bold step towards realizing the transformative potential of AI in education.