Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to play a transformative role in education, according to a recent report by Digii, a software as a service (SaaS) provider for higher education. The report, titled ‘AI-Driven Education’, surveyed over 500 teachers across 22 leading institutions in major metropolitan cities including Bangalore, Delhi, and Hyderabad.
The findings of the survey are striking: a remarkable 93% of educators from these institutions believe that AI integration will significantly boost the effectiveness of their teaching. This strong sentiment underscores the widespread recognition of AI’s potential to enhance the learning experience for students.
The survey delved into the dynamics of AI’s potential impact on teaching, exploring how it could be leveraged to transform the overall teaching and learning process. Furthermore, the research evaluated the faculty’s preparedness for training in AI tools and their willingness to embrace these new technologies.
While a significant portion of educators (37%) have already experimented with AI tools, the report reveals that they are not yet fully utilizing them in their teaching practices. This suggests a potential gap between awareness and actual implementation, highlighting the need for further support and resources for educators to effectively integrate AI into their classrooms.
On a positive note, the report also revealed that a substantial portion of educators (21.6%) had not used AI tools at all when the research was conducted. This signifies a significant pool of educators who are open to exploring AI and potentially incorporating it into their teaching strategies in the future.
Hemant Sahal, Founder and CEO of Digii, expressed his optimism about the survey’s findings: “One of the most promising insights from our survey is the overwhelming enthusiasm among educators in Bangalore, Delhi, and Hyderabad to embrace AI-based tools. Ninety-seven per cent of educators are not only interested in leveraging AI to improve learning outcomes but are also willing to undergo the necessary training to integrate these tools effectively into their teaching practices.”
This enthusiastic response from educators indicates a strong willingness to adapt to the changing landscape of education and embrace the transformative potential of AI. As AI technologies continue to evolve and become more accessible, educators are eager to explore how they can be harnessed to improve the quality of education and enhance the learning experience for students.
