AI and Soft Skills in Modern Education: Enhancing Teaching and Learning

An enthusiastic cohort of B.Ed students took part in an online Faculty Development Program conducted by the Edunet Foundation in collaboration with IBM SkillsBuild. These participants, from Minerva College of Education, Himachal Pradesh, were introduced to the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence and its growing relevance in the field of education. The session focused on building conceptual clarity around AI, its applications, and how emerging technologies are reshaping teaching and learning practices. Beyond theoretical understanding, the participants were equipped with practical knowledge that can be integrated into their academics to make their learning more technologically driven. This training initiative stands as a valuable example of IBM's ongoing commitment to democratizing access to future-ready skills through its impactful CSR initiatives. IBM | National Council for Teacher Education NCTE) | Himachal Pradesh University | Minerva College of Education | Praveen Prabhakar | Sneha Laxman | Shipra Sharma | Bhaskar Nadig | Sejal Narwat | Ashish Arora | DhananJay Tomar | Kush Tripathi | Anjali Singh | Amisha Jha | Elbee . | Yogesh Raje | Vaibhav Ostwal | Nagesh Singh #IBMSkillsBuild #AIInEducation #DigitalTransformation #TeacherDevelopment #EdunetFoundation #FutureOfLearning #EducatorImpact #IBMSkillsBuild #DigitalSkills #AIWorkshop #Teachers #Educators #FacultyDevelopment #LifelongLearning #HandsOnLearning #AIForEducation #DigitalEducation #FutureOfLearning #SkillDevelopment

Teachers stepped into the world of tomorrow's classrooms through a Faculty Development Program conducted by the Edunet Foundation in collaboration with the IBM SkillsBuild.  The program was held at AGDAV Centenary Public School, Model Town, Delhi. This session was centered on Digital Skills and Artificial Intelligence. The teachers got a hands-on introduction to core AI concepts and explored how these technologies are increasingly shaping modern classrooms. Educators were walked through practical digital tools and skill sets designed to be woven directly into everyday teaching, helping bridge the gap between traditional instruction and technology-enabled learning. IBM SkillsBuild continues to make future ready skills accessible to educators, empowering them to bring innovation into the classroom. IBM | National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) | CBSE | Arvind Gupta DAV Centenary Public School - India | Praveen Prabhakar | Sneha Laxman | Shipra Sharma | Bhaskar Nadig | Drishti Chakarvarty | Ashish Arora | DhananJay Tomar | Kush Tripathi | Anjali Singh | Amisha Jha | Elbee . | Yogesh Raje | Vaibhav Ostwal | Nagesh Singh   #IBMSkillsBuild #AIInEducation #DigitalTransformation #TeacherDevelopment #EdunetFoundation #FutureOfLearning #EducatorImpact #IBMSkillsBuild #DigitalSkills #AIWorkshop #Teachers #Educators #FacultyDevelopment #LifelongLearning #HandsOnLearning #AIForEducation #DigitalEducation #FutureOfLearning #SkillDevelopment

The transition to 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝟵 is one of the most important milestones in a student's academic journey. As subjects become more concept-driven and assessments demand deeper understanding, success depends less on studying longer and more on 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁𝘀. Based on what we've observed in K–12 learning, students who consistently perform well tend to develop a few core habits early: ✔ Study consistently instead of cramming before exams ✔ Focus on understanding concepts rather than memorizing answers ✔ Attempt questions independently before checking solutions ✔ Revise regularly to strengthen long-term retention ✔ Use AI as a learning companion, not a shortcut These habits don't just improve exam performance; they help students become more confident and independent learners. At MeraTutor.AI, we believe technology should support meaningful learning, not replace it.  𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗜-𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗞–𝟭𝟮 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝘀, 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆, 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗴𝗮𝗽𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗿𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲. As 𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝗻 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 continues to evolve, the goal isn't simply to give students answers. It's to help them ask better questions, think critically, and develop skills that last beyond the classroom. 📖 Swipe through the carousel to explore 𝟱 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝟵 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗻𝗼𝘄! Curious to see how AI can support smarter learning? Try MeraTutor.ai for FREE at www.meratutor.ai . . #MeraTutorAI #Grade9 #StudyHabits #K12Education #AILearning #AdaptiveLearning #PersonalizedLearning #StudentSuccess #LearningSkills #EdTech  

Education is changing. The way we support learning must change with it. At Amber Learn, we believe technology should do more than digitize what already exists. It should help us identify learning gaps earlier, empower educators, personalize learning and make better decisions with data. That is why Amber Learn brings together a growing portfolio of intelligent education solutions: 📚 Amber Literacy — helping educators identify and address literacy gaps through structured intervention, training and measurable outcomes. 🤖 Amber Genie — bringing AI-powered support and personalized learning into the education experience. 🏫 Amber Campus — connecting the people, processes, and information that keep schools running effectively. 💻 Digital Learning — expanding access through flexible remote and asynchronous learning experiences. Together, these solutions form an intelligent learning ecosystem designed to support the entire education journey. Because the future of education isn't simply about putting more technology into classrooms. It is about using technology to create better outcomes for every learner. #AmberLearn #EducationTechnology #EdTech #AIinEducation #Literacy #DigitalLearning #EducationInnovation #AmberInnovations

Another impactful week of learning at Atulya Digital Shiksha POD. This week, students explored computer fundamentals, AI basics, spreadsheets, digital documents, and the use of the internet for education. Through interactive sessions and hands-on practice, learners gained a better understanding of how technology can support their studies and everyday learning. One of the week's biggest highlights was the growing enthusiasm among students. Around 30 new enquiries were received from learners interested in joining the POD, while existing students showed a strong understanding of AI fundamentals and actively began asking more questions during sessions. This curiosity reflects the confidence and interest that practical digital education is creating within the community. At Apni Pathshala, every Learning POD is a space where curiosity is encouraged, digital skills are nurtured, and learners are empowered to prepare for the future. The progress at Atulya Digital Shiksha POD is a wonderful example of how community-led education can inspire lasting change. A heartfelt thank you to the mentors and coordinators for their continuous dedication to making quality digital education accessible to every learner. https://lnkd.in/eVtD4bd3 #apnapc #communitylearningcenter #indialargestcommunity #apniprerna #apnipathshala #chaloseekhe

TEACHERS, WHEN DID YOU LAST LEARN SOMETHING NEW? We tell our students: 👉 “Keep learning.” 👉 “Upgrade your skills.” 👉 “Adapt to change.” But are we, as teachers, doing the same? The world of education is changing faster than ever. AI, digital learning, new pedagogy, research tools, global courses and innovative teaching methods are transforming the way knowledge is created and shared. Today, a teacher can learn from SWAYAM, NPTEL, DIKSHA, FDPs, research programmes, international platforms and AI-powered tools—often without leaving home. But the real question is: ❓ Are we learning because we have to… or because we want to become better teachers? A better teacher doesn't just collect certificates. A better teacher: 📚 keeps updating knowledge 💡 experiments with new teaching methods 🤖 learns to use AI responsibly 🔬 strengthens research skills 🌍 learns beyond the boundaries of the classroom 🚀 prepares for the future Because when teachers grow, students grow. And when teachers stop learning, education stops evolving. 💭 So, here is the question for every teacher reading this: What is ONE skill you want to learn or upgrade in 2026? Drop your answer in the comments. 👇 You might inspire another teacher to start their learning journey too. LEARN • GROW • INSPIRE🌱 #Teachers #TeacherDevelopment #LifelongLearning #ProfessionalDevelopment #Education #AIinEducation #FacultyDevelopment #DigitalEducation #HigherEducation #Research #EdTech #TeachingInnovation #NEP2020

The Classroom Has No Walls Anymore. ____________________________________________________ For generations, a classroom meant four walls, a teacher, a blackboard and students sitting together. Today, learning can happen anywhere. A laptop at 11 PM. A smartphone during a commute. A live lecture on a Sunday morning. A recorded session revisited after work. The classroom has no walls anymore. But online education isn't simply about putting a traditional classroom on a screen. It is about creating the freedom to learn around your life and career. For a working professional, this can mean something even more powerful. You learn about marketing today—and apply it to your business tomorrow. You study leadership—and experience its challenges at work the very next day. You learn finance—and suddenly understand a business decision you are part of. That is when education becomes more than a degree. It becomes part of your career. And now AI is adding another dimension to learning—helping students explore concepts, ask questions, receive instant assistance and learn at a more personalised pace. But technology doesn't replace teachers. It changes what teachers can do. When information is available everywhere, the real value of education increasingly lies in how we think, question, connect and apply what we learn. The future of education isn't simply online vs. offline. It is about making learning more accessible, flexible, relevant and connected to real life. The campus will remain. The classroom will remain. But the learner no longer has to wait inside either one to learn. The classroom has no walls anymore. And perhaps, that's one of the most exciting changes happening in education today. #OnlineEducation #FutureOfEducation #DigitalLearning #OnlineMBA #CareerGrowth #AIinEducation #LifelongLearning #HigherEducation #FutureOfWork #DSUOnline

L2L MicroCred – 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗽𝘂𝘁𝘀 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘥𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘝𝘢𝘭𝘶𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘓2𝘓– From Project Results to Regional Impact 1️⃣ 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗹𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 The Universitetet i Innlandet ( 🇳🇴 Norway) developed and piloted the micro-credential 𝘋𝘪𝘨𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘛𝘰𝘰𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘈𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 to strengthen digital confidence and practical AI skills among adult learners. 🔶 A regional needs assessment and dialogue with stakeholders shaped the course from the outset. Learners’ previous experiences, learning preferences, self-efficacy, and support needs were translated into concrete design choices. Simple language, practical activities, real-life examples, flexible participation, and peer learning all contributed to creating a safe and accessible environment that encouraged confidence and active participation. Optional face-to-face workshops complemented online learning. 🎯 The pilot confirmed the value of low-threshold, practice-oriented learning opportunities for adults with diverse backgrounds and learning needs. Participants particularly appreciated the relevance of the content, the hands-on exercises, and the opportunity to explore digital tools in a supportive setting. 🪧 The experience also demonstrated how learner-centred design, informed by regional needs and stakeholder input, can help make flexible learning opportunities more accessible, engaging, and relevant for adult learners. #L2LMicrocred #Microcredentials #DigitalSkills #ArtificialIntelligence #AdultLearning #LifelongLearning https://lnkd.in/ec-mX8U4

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞, 𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥, 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐞𝐝.  We are delighted to announce that CK-12 Foundation has joined 𝟑𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 as our 𝐂𝐨-𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫. CK-12 Foundation is transforming K–12 education by providing free, high-quality resources including customisable digital textbooks, interactive simulations, adaptive practice and real-world applications to students and educators globally. Its latest innovation, Flexi, is an AI tutor offering personalised support to help students master complex concepts at their own pace. At #EletsWES, education leaders, policymakers, institutions and technology pioneers will explore how AI and digital innovation can make learning more accessible, engaging and effective. 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: 12–13 October 2026 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱-𝗗𝗼𝗼𝗿 | 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗲-𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 Join us in building a future-ready global education ecosystem. 𝐄𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://lnkd.in/gcmWnUNN 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/ggWh4bwe #WorldEducationSummit #CK12Foundation #Education #EdTech #AIInEducation #PersonalisedLearning #DigitalEducation #FutureOfEducation

Most education systems are preparing students for yesterday’s world. But the students entering classrooms today will live and work in a world we cannot fully predict. So the question is not: "How much content can we teach?" The real question is: "What capabilities will students need to thrive in 2030 and beyond?" A future-ready curriculum cannot be built by simply adding more chapters, more exams, or more technology. It requires a fundamental shift: 📌 From content coverage → competency development 📌 From memorization → critical thinking 📌 From teacher as information provider → teacher as learning architect 📌 From standardized learning → personalized pathways 📌 From exam preparation → real-world problem solving A powerful curriculum of the future should develop learners who can: 🌱 Think critically 💡 Create innovative solutions 🤖 Collaborate with AI responsibly 🌍 Solve complex global challenges 🔄 Learn, unlearn, and relearn continuously The 8 pillars of a future-ready curriculum include: 1️⃣ Defining the future graduate 2️⃣ Moving from content to competencies 3️⃣ Integrating AI and digital literacy 4️⃣ Transforming learning experiences 5️⃣ Redesigning assessment 6️⃣ Designing for every learner 7️⃣ Connecting subjects with real-world problems 8️⃣ Building a culture of continuous improvement The best curriculum is not the one that covers the most information. It is the one that develops the strongest thinkers. As educators, curriculum designers, and learning innovators, we have a responsibility: We are not just preparing students for the future. We are designing the future through education. I would love to hear your perspective: What is the ONE skill every student must develop to succeed in the next decade? #CurriculumDesign #FutureOfEducation #Education2030 #AIinEducation #STEMEducation #LearningExperienceDesign #InstructionalDesign #EducationalInnovation #21stCenturySkills #TeachersAsDesigners,