Vijayawada: When schools reopen in June after the summer break, students following the Andhra Pradesh state syllabus may find artificial intelligence (AI) becoming part of their classrooms alongside blackboards and textbooks.
First-of-its-Kind Initiative
In a pioneering move, the Andhra Pradesh government has introduced AI-assisted learning modules for classes 6 to 8 in mathematics, science, and social studies. This forms part of a major curriculum revamp for the 2026-27 academic year. The modules have been developed by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT).
Integration into Regular Chapters
The AI-integrated content has been embedded into regular chapters through select subtopics. This approach aims to help students understand concepts via interactive and visual learning methods. SCERT officials stated that the initiative aligns with the National Education Policy’s (NEP) push towards integrating digital and AI-based learning into classrooms.
Accessing AI Content
Students will be able to scan QR codes printed in textbooks using phones, tablets, or laptops. These codes will provide access to AI-supported explanations under the supervision of parents or teachers. In schools, digital classroom infrastructure, including interactive flat panels, will be utilized for AI-assisted learning.
Officials emphasized that the initiative is designed to offer students hands-on and experiential learning. It also aims to help both students and teachers gradually adapt to AI-supported education. To prepare educators, teachers across the state will undergo training programs before schools reopen on June 12.
Prompt-Based Learning
The textbooks will also introduce students to prompt-based learning. This involves teaching them how to frame questions and commands for AI tools to elicit structured explanations, comparisons, and analytical responses. However, the books caution students against blindly relying on AI-generated answers. They stress that AI cannot replace teachers, classroom instruction, or textbooks. Students have been advised not to use AI tools independently and to access them only under adult supervision.
Phased Rollout
Officials confirmed that the AI-assisted content has currently been introduced for classes 6, 7, and 8. Plans are in place to extend it to classes 9 and 10 next year as part of the state’s phased rollout of AI-integrated education.
