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Quiz 18: ChatGPT
Happy birthday, ChatGPT! Nov. 30 will mark one year since the public release of OpenAI's large-language-model-based chatbot, and it's safe to say it's had different milestones.
The ChatGPT Quiz is a fascinating test designed to challenge your knowledge about ChatGPT, an advanced language model developed by OpenAI.
ChatGPT, developed by OpenAI has become very popular since its launch. It is trained to provide answers to user queries, translate languages, write different kinds of creative content, and bring ideas to life.
Take this quiz to test your knowledge of ChatGPT.
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
AICTE plans to upskill in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, focuses on ‘ethics’
Along with the skilling programmes on AI and data science, a need to dedicate at least 10% to ethics in AI
The All India Council For Technical Education (AICTE) has directed colleges and technical institutions to widely disseminate the report ‘National Program on Artificial Intelligence’ to promote upskilling in the technical sectors, with a renewed focus on ethics in AI.
The report was prepared by the committee constituted by the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MieTY) and was issued in June 2023 as a part of MieTY’s ‘National Program on Artificial Intelligence’ (NPAI). The committee listed several programmes on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Sciences and other measures to promote upskilling.
Recommendations of the committee included skilling of youths in AI and data science should start from the early school levels. Further, the report has suggested a basic curriculum for different levels aligned with the National Higher Education Qualifications Framework (NHEQF) and the National Credit Framework (NCrF).
The union government aims to establish a comprehensive programme for leveraging transformative technologies to foster inclusion, innovation and adoption for social impact under the NPAI.
As per the NPAI, the ministry focuses on four pillars of the AI ecosystem – skilling in AI, responsible AI, data management office and setting up the national centre on Al. The report, along with the skilling programmes on AI and data science, has also stressed the need to dedicate at least 10% of each course to ethics in AI. “Every course, small or big, must have a module on ethical AI for a minimum of 10% of its duration. Ethical considerations, transparency, fairness, and privacy must be integrated into AI training programs to ensure that AI systems are developed and deployed responsibly,” the report mentioned.
AICTE set to lift cap on engineering seats, mid-level colleges wary
CHENNAI: In a move that could bring more students to top engineering colleges at the cost of mid-tier ones, the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) proposes to remove the cap on seats for individual branches from 2024-25.
At present, a college can have a maximum of 240 seats in one branch. The upper limit was introduced following a mismatch between demand and supply.
“As envisaged in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, and the nation's proactive initiatives towards enhancement of Gross Enrolment Ratio, the council proposes to remove the upper limit on intake allowed for colleges/programmes offered by existing institutions,” AICTE said in its draft approval process handbook.
The council mentioned that this was subject to infrastructure availability and occupied faculty positions. Expert committees will make inspections before granting approval for an increase in intake.
An increase in seats will be allowed only if the institution already offers at least three courses in core branches.
Top engineering colleges welcomed the proposal. “Colleges providing quality education may be able to increase their intake and expand their campuses by this move. It will also help improve the quality of education,” said Abhay Meganathan, vice-chairman of the Rajalakshmi Group of Institutions. He pointed out that colleges in the US had an average student strength of 30,000 to 40,000, while the corresponding numbers in India were much smaller.
Some are worried that the move would affect admissions in mid-level colleges that provide quality education. "We will wait for the final approval process handbook, although there is a likelihood that the proposed move will increase the gap between the top colleges and mid-tier ones. They may not be able to provide quality education if admission dips," said B Chidambararajan, director of SRM Valliammai Engineering College.
Anna University vice-chancellor R Velraj said the move would accelerate the end of sub-par engineering colleges. As of now, Tamil Nadu has a sanctioned strength of 2.6 lakh seats in 440 engineering colleges.
At present, a college can have a maximum of 240 seats in one branch. The upper limit was introduced following a mismatch between demand and supply.
“As envisaged in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, and the nation's proactive initiatives towards enhancement of Gross Enrolment Ratio, the council proposes to remove the upper limit on intake allowed for colleges/programmes offered by existing institutions,” AICTE said in its draft approval process handbook.
The council mentioned that this was subject to infrastructure availability and occupied faculty positions. Expert committees will make inspections before granting approval for an increase in intake.
An increase in seats will be allowed only if the institution already offers at least three courses in core branches.
Top engineering colleges welcomed the proposal. “Colleges providing quality education may be able to increase their intake and expand their campuses by this move. It will also help improve the quality of education,” said Abhay Meganathan, vice-chairman of the Rajalakshmi Group of Institutions. He pointed out that colleges in the US had an average student strength of 30,000 to 40,000, while the corresponding numbers in India were much smaller.
Some are worried that the move would affect admissions in mid-level colleges that provide quality education. "We will wait for the final approval process handbook, although there is a likelihood that the proposed move will increase the gap between the top colleges and mid-tier ones. They may not be able to provide quality education if admission dips," said B Chidambararajan, director of SRM Valliammai Engineering College.
Anna University vice-chancellor R Velraj said the move would accelerate the end of sub-par engineering colleges. As of now, Tamil Nadu has a sanctioned strength of 2.6 lakh seats in 440 engineering colleges.
Source: The Times of India dated 27 November 2023
Saturday, November 25, 2023
India to lead as most developed nation by 2047 in higher education: AICTE
AICTE Chairman Professor T G Sitharam envisions India as the most developed nation by 2047 via higher education revolution, emphasising mother tongue education and skill integration.
In a recent address at Amity University, AICTE Chairman Professor T G Sitharam outlined an ambitious vision for India, foreseeing its emergence as the most developed nation globally by 2047. Sitharam's vision hinges on a strategic overhaul of higher education and comprehensive transformative reforms. This revelation came to light during the Ministry of Education's Institution Innovation's Council (IIC) Regional Meet.
During the gathering, Sitharam underscored the pivotal role of higher education in steering India towards becoming a global leader. He lauded the New Education Policy (NEP) of 2020, advocating for its rigorous implementation as a potential catalyst to establish India as the "knowledge capital" worldwide.
"The next leap in higher education and a series of transformative reforms during this Amrit Kaal will be the driving force behind India's journey towards becoming the most developed nation globally by 2047," affirmed Sitharam.
He emphasised the need to bridge the gap between policy formulation and its effective execution, drawing attention to the existing disparities.
EMBRACING MOTHER TONGUE EDUCATION
Sitharam emphasised the importance of delivering education in regional languages to enhance accessibility. He highlighted initiatives such as publishing educational materials in local languages and reforming examination patterns. Sitharam critiqued the prevalent culture of rote learning and examination-oriented study approaches, advocating for a paradigm shift towards holistic learning methodologies.
INTEGRATING SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
Another key aspect highlighted by Sitharam was the integration of skill development into the educational framework. He stressed the pivotal role of practical skills in fostering the nation's progress, advocating for a cohesive blend of theoretical knowledge and applied skills within the educational system.
INDIA'S GLOBAL ROLE
In emphasising India's aspirations to transcend self-sufficiency, Sitharam highlighted the country's ambition to become a global contributor. He pointed out India's humanitarian role during the COVID-19 pandemic, where it provided vaccines to over 100 nations, showcasing the country's ethos as a 'Vishwa Data,' a benefactor on the global stage.
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION'S REGIONAL MEETS
The Ministry of Education's regional meets, spearheaded by its Innovation Cell, serve as a pivotal platform for fostering innovation within educational institutions.
The event at Amity University in Noida attracted a gathering of approximately 800 to 1,000 participants, including innovators, startups, policymakers, and representatives from state and central government agencies.
In a recent address at Amity University, AICTE Chairman Professor T G Sitharam outlined an ambitious vision for India, foreseeing its emergence as the most developed nation globally by 2047. Sitharam's vision hinges on a strategic overhaul of higher education and comprehensive transformative reforms. This revelation came to light during the Ministry of Education's Institution Innovation's Council (IIC) Regional Meet.
During the gathering, Sitharam underscored the pivotal role of higher education in steering India towards becoming a global leader. He lauded the New Education Policy (NEP) of 2020, advocating for its rigorous implementation as a potential catalyst to establish India as the "knowledge capital" worldwide.
"The next leap in higher education and a series of transformative reforms during this Amrit Kaal will be the driving force behind India's journey towards becoming the most developed nation globally by 2047," affirmed Sitharam.
He emphasised the need to bridge the gap between policy formulation and its effective execution, drawing attention to the existing disparities.
EMBRACING MOTHER TONGUE EDUCATION
Sitharam emphasised the importance of delivering education in regional languages to enhance accessibility. He highlighted initiatives such as publishing educational materials in local languages and reforming examination patterns. Sitharam critiqued the prevalent culture of rote learning and examination-oriented study approaches, advocating for a paradigm shift towards holistic learning methodologies.
INTEGRATING SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
Another key aspect highlighted by Sitharam was the integration of skill development into the educational framework. He stressed the pivotal role of practical skills in fostering the nation's progress, advocating for a cohesive blend of theoretical knowledge and applied skills within the educational system.
INDIA'S GLOBAL ROLE
In emphasising India's aspirations to transcend self-sufficiency, Sitharam highlighted the country's ambition to become a global contributor. He pointed out India's humanitarian role during the COVID-19 pandemic, where it provided vaccines to over 100 nations, showcasing the country's ethos as a 'Vishwa Data,' a benefactor on the global stage.
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION'S REGIONAL MEETS
The Ministry of Education's regional meets, spearheaded by its Innovation Cell, serve as a pivotal platform for fostering innovation within educational institutions.
The event at Amity University in Noida attracted a gathering of approximately 800 to 1,000 participants, including innovators, startups, policymakers, and representatives from state and central government agencies.
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