Sri Fatehgarh Sahib/27 Aug:
(Ravinder Singh Dhindsa)
The Department of Education, Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University, Fatehgarh Sahib, under the Centre of Internship and Social Outreach, organized an extension lecture on the theme “From Chalkboards to Chatbots: Using AI Tools to Design Engaging Lesson Plans.”
The session was delivered by Jeesu Jankanwar Singh from the Department of Education, Panjab University, Chandigarh. He shared insights into the integration of Artificial Intelligence in education, highlighting how AI-driven tools can support teachers in designing interactive, innovative, and student-centered lesson plans. Using practical examples, he emphasized the transition from traditional chalkboard teaching to advanced AI-based pedagogical approaches, making the teaching-learning process more effective and engaging. The event was convened by Dr. Harneet Billing, Head of the Department of Education, and coordinated by Dr. Gagandeep Tiwana. Faculty members and students actively participated in the session and engaged in a vibrant discussion on the opportunities and challenges of using AI in classrooms.
Prof. (Dr.) Sukhwinder Singh Billing, Dean Academic Affairs, lauded the initiative, highlighting that integrating AI into pedagogy is the need of the hour. He encouraged students and faculty members to adopt technology-enabled teaching practices that make learning more meaningful and engaging for learners. Prof. (Dr.) Prit Pal Singh, Vice Chancellor, also appreciated the efforts of the Department in taking forward innovative initiatives. He remarked that such lectures not only update students and faculty about emerging trends but also prepare teachers to meet the dynamic challenges of modern classrooms.
The lecture concluded with a vote of thanks, acknowledging the resource person for his thought-provoking presentation and motivating participants to adopt innovative teaching practices aligned with the needs of the 21st-century educational landscape.