Ethical boundaries to detecting deepfakes: NCERT introduces 20-hour AI module for classes 9-12

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has launched a 20-hour AI module for students in classes 9 through 12. Developed in collaboration with IIT Madras and IIT Jodhpur, this activity-based module aims to educate students on AI and its ethical boundaries.

The module seeks to help students understand AI's workings, limitations, and responsible usage. It emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and human judgement in learning. Through discussions, practical exercises, experimentation, and reflection, students will learn about AI applications, data privacy, misinformation, fairness, digital safety, and critical evaluation of AI-generated information.

Not requiring prior knowledge of AI, the module promotes meaningful participation across diverse school settings, using activity-based learning through various activities. These can be conducted with or without digital devices. The module reinforces that human judgement, creativity, and ethical responsibility remain central to learning.