Venue: Online
Organized by: FDTEPC & IQAC as part of a Two-Day Workshop on Indian Knowledge Systems, 16-17 June 2024
Speaker: Fr Olvin Veigas, SJ
Participants: 49 faculty members from St. Xavier’s College, Jaipur, Rajasthan
Compered by: Ms Meeta Sharma

The program on "Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its Applications in Higher Education" was conducted online on June 17, 2024, as part of a two-day workshop organized by FDTEPC & IQAC of St. Xavier’s College, Jaipur, Rajasthan. The workshop focused on integrating Indian Knowledge Systems with modern educational methodologies. The session specifically targeting AI in higher education aimed to provide faculty members with insights into how AI can revolutionize teaching, learning, and research.

The session began with a warm welcome from Fr Dr Xavier S, SJ, the Principal of St. Xavier’s College. He introduced the speaker, Fr Olvin Veigas, SJ, highlighting his expertise and contributions to the field of AI and education. Fr Xavier emphasized the importance of understanding and leveraging AI to enhance the quality of education and research at the institution.

Program Overview:
Fr Olvin Veigas, SJ, delivered an engaging and informative presentation on the various applications of AI in higher education. His talk covered several key areas:

AI in Teaching: Discussing how AI-powered tools can assist in personalizing learning experiences, automating administrative tasks, and providing real-time feedback to students. AI in Research: Highlighting AI’s potential in data analysis, literature reviews, and predictive modeling, thus enabling more efficient and insightful research processes. Ethical Considerations: Addressing the ethical implications of AI in education, including data privacy, algorithmic bias, and the need for transparent AI systems.

The session was highly interactive, with many faculty members asking questions and sharing their perspectives on the topic. The discussion was lively and covered various aspects of AI application, including:

Practical Implementation: Queries about integrating AI tools into existing curricula and administrative systems.
Skill Development: Questions on the necessary skills and training required for faculty to effectively use AI tools.
Research Applications: Inquiries on specific AI applications that could aid faculty in their research endeavors.

Fr Olvin Veigas provided practical examples and demonstrations to give the participants a taste of AI applications. He showcased AI tools that could be used for academic research, such as natural language processing for literature reviews and machine learning algorithms for data analysis.

Conclusion:
The program concluded with a vote of thanks from the organizing committee. The participants expressed their appreciation for the insightful and practical information shared during the session. The session was deemed highly successful in raising awareness about the potential of AI in higher education and equipping the faculty with the knowledge to begin exploring AI applications in their own work.

Feedback:
Feedback from the participants indicated a high level of satisfaction with the content and delivery of the program. Many faculty members expressed interest in further training sessions on AI and its applications.

Closing Remarks:
Ms Meeta Sharma, who compered the program, thanked Fr Olvin Veigas SJ for his invaluable contribution and the participants for their active engagement. She reiterated the importance of continuous learning and adaptation to new technologies in maintaining the college's standards of excellence in education.

Overall, the session on "Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its Applications in Higher Education" was a significant step towards integrating cutting-edge technology into the educational practices at St. Xavier’s College, Jaipur. The enthusiasm and proactive participation of the faculty members reflect the institution's commitment to innovation and excellence.

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