THE FUTURE OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCATION
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Dattani ’ s previously mentioned strategy incorporated Big Data in two ways . “ We had vast amounts of student data at XSEED . With analytics we could better understand product insights such as : which products are doing well and why ? In addition to product insights , XSEED also used Big Data and analytics to analyse and optimise the content curriculum and improve the delivery of learning to be more effective for students .”
THE FUTURE OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCATION
When it comes to the use of innovative technology within education , Dattani would love to see a greater adoption of AI . “ The challenge that I see with AI is a lack of clear strategy . Currently the biggest barrier is a lack of talent and daytime leadership commitment to move from aspiration to adoption . However , I have seen some success stories . Some I ’ ve been part of myself with XSEED , such as gamification for engaging digital classrooms while recording and assessing engagement . I have also seen the use of robotics to help with shortages of native English teachers in South Korea , as well as the use of 3D learning - especially in science . I have seen this in Dubai where the classroom and labs are connected with super high speed fiber connections to deliver lessons via TV platforms .”
Another innovation Dattani has seen is the use of Amazon Alexa to drive interactive teaching inside and
“ The process of deconstruction is critical , rather than just consuming what is served , otherwise we have failed our children and all we have achieved is digitising ‘ glorifying ’ rote learning .”
— Jimit Dattani , former Chief Information Officer , XSEED
MARCH 2020