A school in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, has unveiled a new robot teacher, named Iris, which is India's first AI-powered teaching robot. This innovation, crafted by Maker Labs, employs generative AI and runs on an Intel SoC. Iris has the ability to teach a range of subjects, from preschool to grade 12, and can communicate in three languages – English, Hindi, and Malayalam.
In a pioneering initiative that could transform the education system in India, a school in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, has unveiled the nation's initial AI teacher robot. Constructed by Maker Labs and utilizing generative AI technology, the robot is named Iris.
Maker Labs shared news on Instagram that they have reached a new achievement, stating, "Pushing the limits in education: Presenting IRIS, India's premier AI teaching robot developed through generative AI." The firm communicated their ambition to revolutionize education by utilizing AI to curate customized learning experiences. Iris allows teachers to provide engaging and efficient lessons, custom-made to suit the individual requirements and choices of each student like never seen before.
A video circulating on social media reveals a robot being presented on stage at KTCT Higher Secondary School in Kerala, demonstrating its interactions with students in the classroom. Dr K Rajeev, who is the Director of the Space Physics Laboratory (SPL) at VSSC, launched Iris. The footage emphasizes how rapidly the AI instructor has formed a strong bond with students at KTCT Higher Secondary School.
The AI Educator Robot Iris isn't just a passive participant in the learning environment; it's an engaging educational partner backed by advanced Robotics and Generative AI technologies. With a dedicated Intel processor and coprocessor, Iris provides seamless operation, whereas its easy-to-use Android App interface offers users full control and interaction, promising a customized educational experience.
Iris was constructed under the umbrella of the Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL), a 2021 initiative by NITI Aayog to enhance students' after-school activities in educational institutions.
Operating as an AI voice assistant, Iris answers user questions, provides clarifications, and offers educational material.
Furthermore, Iris's hands, which each have 5 degrees of freedom, allow it to manipulate objects, carry out demonstrations, and partake in practical learning experiences.
The 4-wheel chassis feature also enables Iris to move around easily in the environment she operates in, making it simpler to interact with users and navigate through spaces without any difficulty.
Iris is adept at instructing in areas from preschool to grade 12, and at present, she can converse in English, Hindi, and Malayalam. There are future plans for her to be able to communicate in more than 20 languages. Additionally, Iris comes with the ability to filter content, which guarantees that unsuitable content related to drugs and violence is prevented from being shown, thus fostering a secure and suitable learning atmosphere.
The inception of Iris marks a major step forward in the integration of technology and education, with the potential to enhance educational results and stimulate students in new ways. As schools and universities adapt to the digital age, breakthroughs such as Iris provide a preview of the future of education, where AI-powered instruments supplement conventional teaching techniques, creating a more engaging and efficient learning atmosphere.
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