Revolutionizing Indian Education: Kerala School Introduces India’s First AI Teacher Robot, Iris

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A Thiruvananthapuram school in Kerala has unveiled India's inaugural AI robotic educator. This robot, named Iris, was produced by Maker Labs and utilizes generative AI. Iris has the ability to instruct students from kindergarten to 12th grade and presently speaks English, Hindi, and Malayalam. Furthermore, Iris is powered by Gen AI and an Intel SoC.

A school in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, has made a pioneering move that could potentially transform the Indian educational system by launching the nation's first AI teacher robot. Developed by Maker Labs and powered by generative AI technology, the robot has been named Iris.

Maker Labs shared a significant update on Instagram, stating, "Pioneering new frontiers in education: We present IRIS, India's inaugural AI teaching robot that's built on generative AI." The firm conveyed its aspiration to revolutionize education by utilizing AI to develop customized learning experiences. Iris allows educators to provide compelling and efficient lessons designed specifically according to each student's requirements and tastes, marking an unprecedented milestone.

A video circulating on social media reveals a robot being introduced on stage at KTCT Higher Secondary School in Kerala, demonstrating its ability to interact with students in the classroom. Dr. K Rajeev, the head of the Space Physics Laboratory (SPL) at VSSC, officially launched Iris. The video showcases the swift bond formed between the AI teacher and the students at KTCT Higher Secondary School.

The AI Teacher Robot, Iris, goes beyond merely watching in the classroom; it's an engaging educational assistant fueled by advanced Robotics and Generative AI technologies. Iris, equipped with a specific Intel processor and coprocessor, guarantees seamless operation. Its intuitive Android App interface offers users effortless control and engagement, ensuring a customized learning experience.

Iris was developed under the Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL), a project initiated by NITI Aayog in 2021 to enhance students' non-academic activities in schools.

Acting as an AI voice helper, Iris answers user questions, provides clarifications, and offers educational material.

Moreover, Iris's hands, which each possess 5 degrees of freedom, allow it to manipulate objects, carry out demonstrations, and engage in practical learning activities.

Iris also comes equipped with a 4-wheel base that lets her move around with ease in any setting where she's placed. This makes it simpler for her to interact with users and navigate spaces without any hassle.

Iris, at present, has the ability to instruct a range of subjects from preschool to grade 12 and can converse in English, Hindi, and Malayalam. There are intentions to widen its language skills to more than 20 languages. Moreover, Iris has the technology to filter content, blocking any unsuitable material associated with drugs or violence, thus fostering a secure and favorable atmosphere for learning.

The arrival of Iris represents a meaningful step forward in the merging of tech and education, with the potential to enhance educational results and motivate learners in unique ways. As schools and universities adapt to the digital age, groundbreaking developments like Iris provide a preview of what learning could look like in the future, with AI-powered resources working alongside conventional teaching approaches to cultivate a more engaging and productive learning atmosphere.

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