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Every year, the world celebrates International Education Day to mark the importance of education in ensuring peace and development. It was the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) that “decided to mark the day to demonstrate the unwavering political will to support transformative actions for inclusive, equitable and quality education for all.”
The International Day of Education is celebrated on January 24 annually. This year marks the seventh year of the celebration with the theme ‘AI and education: Preserving human agency in a world of automation.’
International Day of Education History:
Since 2018, the day has been authored by 59 member states. The resolution for the same was passed in the UN General Assembly on December 3, 2018. Following the resolution, the first International Day of Education was observed on January 24, 2019.
AI & Education: Understanding the theme
The theme was chosen to highlight the growing impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation on education and the future workforce. As technology rapidly evolves, AI and automation are transforming industries, economies, and how people live and work.
The integration of AI and automation technologies into education offers significant opportunities to enhance learning experiences, improve teaching methods, and provide personalized educational pathways.
AI-powered tools can address the unique needs of students, making learning more engaging and effective. Additionally, automation streamlines administrative tasks, allowing educators to devote more time to interactive and meaningful student engagement.
Note:
India celebrates its National Education Day celebrated on November 11 to mark the birth anniversary of India’s first Education Minister Maulana Abul Kalam Azad. He strongly advocated for the education of women.