Digital Learning Ecosystem at Indian Higher Education System

Authors

  • Anjani Kumar Bhatnagar
  • Dr. Uday Khanna
  • Dr. Ajay Rana

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence, Digital Learning, Ministry of Education, National Education Policy 2020, VUCA World

Abstract

Within a fleeting period, Digital  Learning Tools and Applications, have taken a contemplative space in the lives of every individual, across all spheres ranging from homes to offices, education to businesses. This study investigates the significance and the contribution of Artificial Intelligence enabled Learning Tools in dealing with VUCA world challenges at the Indian Higher Education Institutions. Digital Learning Ecosystem will be a gamechanger in mounting the reputation of the Indian Education System by offering best-in-class education to every citizen envisaged through National Education Policy 2020 across the nation. Optimization of AI-enabled teaching-learning tools in India demands strong strategies, training, and investment through public-private initiatives. Artificial Intelligence- powered Digital platforms will flourish in Indian Education System but there will be a compelling need for a strong & viable heterogeneous paradigm to meet the expectations of students and raise the bar of teaching being divulged to students in India.

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2021-04-30

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Bhatnagar, A. K. ., Khanna, D. U. ., & Rana, D. A. . (2021). Digital Learning Ecosystem at Indian Higher Education System. The Journal of Contemporary Issues in Business and Government, 27(2), 4360–4375. Retrieved from https://cibgp.com/au/index.php/1323-6903/article/view/1358

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