ORIENTATION PROGRAMME & SEMINAR FOR TEACHERS ON THE TOPIC ‘COMPUTATIONAL THINKING AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN MODERN EDUCATION’ HELD AT CAMPION
A highly informative one-day seminar on "Introduction to Computational Thinking and Artificial Intelligence" was successfully organised recently at Campion School, Arera Colony, under the guidance of Principal Fr. Amrit Lal Toppo, S.J. Mrs. Richa Maheshwari was the Resource person of this programme. The seminar began with an introductory session led by the resource person. The main objectives of the seminar were to empower teachers with an understanding of Computation Thinking (CT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), demonstrate how these concepts are relevant across disciplines, and equip educators with practical strategies to integrate CT and AI into everyday teaching. Additionally, the seminar aimed to highlight the importance of developing digital literacy, critical thinking, and ethical approaches to AI in modern education. Educational and tech landscapes are shifting rapidly, and a recent seminar titled "Introduction of Computational Thinking and Artificial Intelligence" proved that staying ahead means rethinking how we solve problems. The event brought educators together to explore how these two foundational pillars are reshaping the future of work and learning. The seminar kicked off with an engaging keynote address emphasising that Computational Thinking (CT) is not just for computer scientists—it is a fundamental skill for everyone. Demystifying Computational Thinking: Speakers broke CT down into its four core components: Decomposition, Pattern Recognition, Abstraction, and Algorithmic Design. Attendees learned how these concepts apply to everyday problem-solving, from planning a logistics route to decoding complex data patterns. Democratizing Artificial Intelligence: The transition from CT to Artificial Intelligence (AI) was a major focus. Experts demonstrated how AI utilizes computational thinking at scale, shifting the narrative from AI as a "futuristic threat" to AI as an accessible, powerful collaborator. All the teachers and the staff engaged in hands-on sessions, exploring how basic AI models are trained and how algorithmic thinking can be introduced seamlessly into school curricular. "Computational thinking is the literacy of the 21st century. It teaches us how to think, not what to think. The resource person explained how Computational Thinking enables individuals to break down complex problems into manageable parts, identify patterns, develop algorithms, and create efficient solutions. When you pair that foundation with Artificial Intelligence, you give individuals the tools to literally build the future." The speaker emphasised the importance of developing digital literacy and critical thinking skills to prepare teachers for the opportunities and challenges of the modern technological era. The seminar also encouraged teachers to explore ethical and responsible uses of Artificial Intelligence. The event concluded with an interactive discussion addressing the ethical considerations of AI. The interactive session generated enthusiastic participation from teachers, who actively engaged in discussions and raised thought-provoking questions. The seminar concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the resource person and all attendees for making the event a great success. On this occasion, Superior & Manager Fr. Kapil Xaxa SJ, Fr. Eugene, Fr. Pramod, Fr. Manoj, Fr. Blacius, Headmistress Sr. Renisha A.C., along with other senior teachers and all the teachers from the primary & secondary sections, were present on this occasion.
