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AI will change the quality, accessibility of digital education: Coursera CEO

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

AI will change the quality, accessibility of digital education: Coursera CEO

According to Jeff Maggioncalda, CEO of Coursera, access to digital education will play a crucial role in unlocking India's economic potential. He believes that generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) can bridge the gap between average and high performers, making the world a more equal place. COVID-19 has paved the way for online education and remote work opportunities, offering a unique advantage to the people of India. Furthermore, AI will not only create the need for upskilling but also improve the quality and affordability of education. Coursera aims to assist businesses in training employees through its GenAI academy and help organizations reskill and redeploy their staff through its career academy.

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Coursera names Ashutosh Gupta as managing director for India and Asia Pacific - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Coursera names Ashutosh Gupta as managing director for India and Asia Pacific - The Economic Times

Coursera appointed Ashutosh Gupta as Managing Director for India and Asia Pacific. Gupta will oversee Coursera's enterprise operations, collaborating with businesses, educational institutions, and government bodies to equip students and professionals with digital economy skills. With over 20 years of experience, including roles at LinkedIn and Google, Gupta's expertise in public-private partnerships and regional business scaling will aid Coursera in preparing communities for an AI-driven future, as per the company’s statement.

ChatGPT effect: Coursera sees signups for AI courses every minute in 2023

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

ChatGPT effect: Coursera sees signups for AI courses every minute in 2023

According to Coursera CEO Jeff Maggioncalda, the platform has been adding a new user every minute to its artificial intelligence courses in 2023. This surge in signups indicates a growing interest in upskilling to tap into the potential of generative AI. Coursera aims to offer AI courses in collaboration with frontrunners like OpenAI and Google's DeepMind. The company currently offers over 800 AI courses and provides personalized tutoring through its AI assistant called "Coach."

HP And Google Join Hands To Manufacture Chromebooks In India

OutlookIndia

OutlookIndia · 1y ago

HP And Google Join Hands To Manufacture Chromebooks In India

HP has partnered with Google to manufacture Chromebooks in India as part of the Make in India initiative. The collaboration aims to provide affordable and high-quality computing devices to education authorities, schools, and institutions. The Chromebooks will be produced at HP's Flex Facility near Chennai starting from October 2023 and will cater to the demand for affordable PCs in the education sector. This move supports digital education in India and enables easier access to technology for students.

AI needs to encourage students to think and not give away too much: Coursera's Jeff Maggioncalda

Money Control

Money Control · 2y ago

AI needs to encourage students to think and not give away too much: Coursera's Jeff Maggioncalda

Jeff Maggioncalda, the CEO of Coursera, emphasized the importance of encouraging students to think critically rather than relying solely on artificial intelligence (AI) to provide answers. He suggested that AI should strike a balance, providing guidance while not giving away too much. Maggioncalda highlighted the significance of nurturing students' ability to problem-solve and think independently in the learning process.

Union Budget 2025: Centre of excellence for AI to be set up with Rs 500 crore outlay

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6m ago

Union Budget 2025: Centre of excellence for AI to be set up with Rs 500 crore outlay

The government will establish a centre of excellence in artificial intelligence (AI) for education with a Rs 500 crore investment, as announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the Union Budget 2025-26. This initiative aims to promote innovation in education, improving learning quality and employability. It follows the 2023 announcement of AI centres for agriculture, healthcare, and sustainability. AI's role in education is growing, facilitating personalized learning and automating content creation.

OpenAI appoints former Coursera executive Raghav Gupta as education vertical head - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 4d ago

OpenAI appoints former Coursera executive Raghav Gupta as education vertical head - The Economic Times

OpenAI has appointed Raghav Gupta, former Asia Pacific MD at Coursera, to lead its education vertical in India and APAC. The company plans to open its first Indian office this year and introduce India-specific educational initiatives, including a learning accelerator with IIT Madras, AICTE, and the Ministry of Education. Additionally, OpenAI announced a $500,000 grant for IIT-Madras to explore AI's classroom applications as part of its expansion efforts in this key market.

DNEG’s Brahma acquires Metaphysic, values company at $1.43 billion

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6m ago

DNEG’s Brahma acquires Metaphysic, values company at $1.43 billion

DNEG’s Brahma, a subsidiary of Prime Focus, acquired Metaphysic for $1.43 billion. The deal aims to enhance AI-driven content creation technologies. Abu Dhabi's UASG will invest $25 million, supplementing its $200 million investment in DNEG. Brahma will integrate Metaphysic’s AI innovations with its current tools, expanding its global team to over 800 professionals. The acquisition is set to boost Brahma's suite of AI products for diverse industries, fostering high-quality content accessibility.

Coursera bets on generative AI courses to drive growth, with India leading in enrollments: APAC MD

Economic Times

Economic Times · 10m ago

Coursera bets on generative AI courses to drive growth, with India leading in enrollments: APAC MD

Coursera, the edtech platform, is experiencing significant growth in enrollments for its generative AI (genAI) courses, with India leading the charge. India currently has 26 million registered learners on Coursera, second only to the US. However, India surpasses the US in enrollments for genAI courses. Coursera offers over 500 genAI courses and expects to continue growing its India learner base to around 28-29 million by the end of the year. The company is also actively seeking acquisitions to enhance its content offering and expand into new markets.

Singapore-based Eruditus plans to shift HQ to India for IPO

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Singapore-based Eruditus plans to shift HQ to India for IPO

Indian edtech firm Eruditus is planning to change its domicile from Singapore to India in preparation for an IPO, according to the company's CEO. Eruditus offers online courses from various universities, competing with Coursera. The move is driven by the allure of India's high stock market valuations and ample liquidity. While the company has begun preparations for an Indian IPO, the actual listing is expected to take place in at least two years. The decision to shift domestic jurisdiction offers companies better access to capital and a more favorable regulatory environment.

Pearson and Google team up to bring AI learning tools to classrooms - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2m ago

Pearson and Google team up to bring AI learning tools to classrooms - The Economic Times

Pearson has partnered with Google Cloud to develop AI-powered personalized learning tools for primary and secondary students. These tools will adapt to individual needs and assist teachers in performance tracking. This collaboration follows Pearson's similar AI partnerships with Microsoft and Amazon to enhance digital education. The focus is on creating customized learning paths via advanced AI, replacing uniform teaching methods and promoting digital education offerings in schools.

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