Soon, your child will get to learn AI in CBSE schools; experts impressed

CBSE governing body recently decided to introduce artificial intelligence as an elective subject in classes 8, 9 and 10; experts are praising the move but see a need to equip teachers as well

The Central Board of Secondary Eduction (CBSE) has decided to include artificial intelligence (AI) as an optional subject for students of classes 8, 9 and 10 at schools affiliated to its curriculum. The subject would be introduced as an optional 'skill' subject, the board decided after holding consultations with stakeholders, including schools already teaching the subject. 

Most experts see this as a positive move that should go a long way in better equipping school students with the latest technological advances. However, they emphasised the need to also bring teachers up to pace with the technology so that they can impart