Hyderabad Schools face the AI test

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It is a foregone conclusion that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming education in more ways than one. It is changing the way how students learn, teachers teach and schools operate. From helping students solve mathematics problems to generating essays, creating presentations, translating languages, and providing instant feedback, AI has become a powerful companion in education. Yet, with every new opportunity comes a new responsibility. Are teachers adapting to the new phenomenon? 

Speaking to Metro India, Anjali Razdan, Dean, Education & Training, GD Goenka School, Hyderabad says, “Education is about finding out by yourself but Artificial Intelligence (AI) is killing thinking skills. Thinking skills have gone for a toss. AI is dependent learning. However, AI can be used for routine administrative tasks.” 

The World Economic Forum (WEF), in its 2026 report “Shaping the Future of Learning: Education Readiness for the Age of AI” highlights a crucial question: Are our education systems ready for a world where AI can think, write, explain, and even reason? The report argues that AI offers a lot but education systems need to ensure that technology helps in strengthening learning rather than weakening it. 

While the young teachers are more adept at embracing AI tools, the senior teachers are not completely averse but are skeptical of AI dominating pedagogy. Most schools have smart boards and in introduce robotics, Augmented Reality (AR),  Virtual Reality (VR), Machine Learning, and Data Science  to spark curiosity. The 21st century skills are based on technological tools.

EenaJuneja, Student Counsellor, Tatva Global School, Hyderabad says, “Technology per se is good and helps reduce work and time. However, in a school system, it should be used judiciously. Schools have a responsibility to teach students how to use AI ethically in an AI powered world.”  The biggest strength of AI is personalization. A teacher cannot give individual attention to all. AI powered systems help address this challenge. 

They can analyze learning patterns, identify strengths and weaknesses, and provide customized learning pathways. A student struggling with fractions can receive extra practice, while another student ready for advanced concepts can move ahead. For Indian classrooms with diverse learning abilities, personalization can be transformative. Instead of forcing all learners to move at the same pace, AI can support individual growth.

Education is about finding out by yourself but AI is killing thinking skills. Thinking skills have gone for a toss. AI is dependent learning. However, AI can be used for routine administrative tasks

Anjali Razdan

Education & Training, GD Goenka School, Hyderabad

AI has a place in education, but it must be used responsibly. Schools should teach students to understand its ethical, environmental and human impact without replacing human thought and relationships.

EenaJuneja,

Student Counsellor, Tatva Global School, Hyderabad