ITIs to add ‘AI for All’ to curriculum

The ‘AI for All’ curriculum aims to bridge the gap between industry requirements and academic offerings. "This step is crucial in aligning academic programmes with the evolving needs of industries. The AI curriculum by FRSN is part of the larger initiative of DGT, to integrate AI learning at ITIs," a press release said.

Formed in 2019, FRSN is a collaborative effort of Quest Alliance, Accenture, Cisco, JP Morgan and SAP Labs India.

The objective behind developing the curriculum is to help learners gain a comprehensive understanding of AI, its history and principles as well as the types of AI, according to Quest Alliance chief executive Aakash Sethi. “In addition to this, learners can also explore the use of AI and Generative AI tools in creating various digital contents and in education," he said.

A memorandum of understanding between the DGT and FRSN on the project was exchanged on Thursday in the presence of union minister of education and skill development and entrepreneurship Dharmendra Pradhan.

The renewed MoU outlines a framework for collaboration to work in four broad areas: curriculum and assessment to build employability skills, trainer development, women and work, and integration of future skills such as Green and AI.

Since the signing of the previous MoU in 2019, FRSN and the DGT have spearheaded an initiative focusing on employability skills training within ITIs, the press release said.

Source: economictimes