AI&DS: AICTE partners with Jio Institute for faculty development programs
Mumbai: The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has partnered with Jio Institute for a Faculty Development Program on Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (AI&DS).
This collaborative endeavor is being initiated under the ambit of AICTE’s ATAL (AICTE Training and Learning) program, which is designed to upskill and reskill faculty members from AICTE-approved institutions, according to a press release on Friday.
Jio Institute, renowned for its world-class AI&DS program, will serve as the host institution for this 5-day residential faculty development program which Prof. T.G. Sitharam, Chairman, AICTE, will inaugurate on August 21.
The collaborative initiative aims to empower academic leaders and senior faculty members with a deep understanding of AI&DS while emphasizing the ethical considerations of utilizing AI tools for immersive learning. The program will provide intensive training to 40 selected AICTE members, including faculty.
The core objective of the program is to equip participants with insights into establishing effective teaching and learning environments, which is especially pertinent given the growing prevalence of AI-driven information and research.
Encompassing a diverse range of topics, including Data Visualization, Natural Language Processing, Time Series & Optimization, Applications, Generative AI, and Large Language Models, the curriculum will delve into the far-reaching impacts of AI&DS across sectors such as science, engineering, healthcare, and liberal arts.
The program, to be delivered by a distinguished line-up of global experts and educators, will also explore emerging opportunities within the technological landscape.
Dr. Palak Sheth, Director of Jio Institute, said this program extends beyond imparting knowledge of AI&DS as it empowers educators to cultivate a profound sense of ethical responsibility in their students.
Jio Institute is a higher education institution established by the Reliance Group in New Mumbai. It offers postgraduate courses in AI&DS, Digital Marketing & Media Communications, and Sports Management, and brings together global scholars and thought leaders to provide world-class education while fostering research and innovation.
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