NCERT Launches AI Literacy Module for Classes 9-12 with Focus on Deepfakes, Privacy and Responsible Use
What Happened
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has introduced a 20-hour activity-based module on Computational Thinking and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for students in Classes 9 to 12. Developed in collaboration with IIT Madras and IIT Jodhpur, the curriculum covers AI applications, machine learning, deepfakes, misinformation, data privacy, digital safety and prompt-writing. The module is designed for students with no prior AI knowledge and emphasizes critical thinking and responsible technology use.
Key Takeaways
The initiative reflects growing efforts to build AI literacy at the school level as artificial intelligence becomes more widely used. Alongside technical concepts, the programme places significant emphasis on ethical AI use, fact-checking, privacy protection and informed decision-making.