CK-12 Foundation has introduced Flexi, an AI tutoring assistant, on WhatsApp in India to provide personalised educational support. This innovative tool aims to break financial barriers and cater to individual learning needs, leveraging technology to enhance the educational landscape in the country.
CK-12 Foundation Introduces AI Tutor on WhatsApp to Enhance Education in India
Palo Alto, Calif. – CK-12 Foundation has launched Flexi, its AI tutoring assistant, on WhatsApp across India. This innovative tool, which integrates the CK-12 curriculum with ChatGPT4, is available in over 300 languages and dialects, aiming to bolster educational opportunities for students throughout the nation.
Neeru Khosla, Executive Director and Founder of CK-12, emphasized her personal commitment to education. “My parents always ensured that me, my sister, and my brother received the best education, despite financial constraints. At times, we could only afford dahl and rice, but education remained a priority. I established CK-12 and Flexi so that financial barriers would never hinder any child’s access to quality education,” said Khosla.
Flexi is designed to create an equal learning environment for students in India by providing an AI-powered tutor that is easily accessible via WhatsApp, India’s most widely used messaging platform with over 400 million users. The launch indicates a significant step towards integrating technology into education to make learning accessible, particularly through personalized assistance that adapts to individual student needs.
The AI tutor utilizes sophisticated natural language processing algorithms to understand student inquiries and respond accurately. Whether tackling complex mathematical problems, explaining intricate scientific concepts, or offering study advice, Flexi aims to deliver precise and relevant educational support.
One of the standout features of Flexi is its ability to learn and evolve from student interactions and feedback. By continuously analyzing data, Flexi adapts its responses to better suit individual learning styles and requirements, offering a truly personalized tutoring experience.
The CK-12 Foundation envisages Flexi as a means to make education more accessible and straightforward, ensuring students from diverse backgrounds can benefit from high-quality learning resources. To access Flexi, students can simply add it to their WhatsApp contacts using the number +91 72042 28312. The service is available on mobile phones, computers, and tablets via the Flexi website.
The CK-12 Foundation was established in 2012 as a non-profit with the objective of enhancing student learning outcomes by offering free, high-calibre educational resources. The foundation has continued to leverage cutting-edge technology and innovative educational strategies to ensure equitable access to education worldwide.
Khosla, born in Delhi and holding a Master of Education from Stanford University, co-founded CK-12 in 2007. The foundation initially aimed to reduce the cost of academic materials for K-12 education in both the U.S. and globally by providing free quality resources. The debut of Flexi builds upon CK-12’s mission, now enriched by artificial intelligence to tailor the learning experience further.
Based in Palo Alto, California, Khosla’s philanthropic efforts with CK-12 reflect her aspiration to utilize technology in making education a universally accessible right. The introduction of Flexi in India underscores this commitment, potentially transforming how students engage with educational content.
Flexi’s integration into WhatsApp proposes not only broad reach but also ease of use, making it a practical solution for students in diverse and often resource-limited settings. This initiative by CK-12 is seen as a proactive approach to addressing educational disparities, providing hope for a more inclusive and effective learning environment.
The launch of Flexi on WhatsApp is expected to enhance the educational landscape in India significantly, offering students a reliable and accessible pathway to better learning outcomes.
