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MIT-ADT Professor Urges Students to Ask Teachers, Not AI
Prof Himkumar Chatterjee spoke at an art and education event in Pune.
He said students should ask their teachers questions instead of depending only on AI.
He believes teachers can explain difficult subjects and help students understand them deeply.
He also said schools are known for their teachers and students, not just their buildings.
Chatterjee encouraged artists to think about society, not only about making money.
He said good artwork can last longer than the artist who created it.
Dr Sudhakar Chavan was given an award for his work in visual arts.
The event also showed student artwork and introduced a magazine and logo.
Prof Himkumar Chatterjee urged students to ask teachers questions instead of relying solely on artificial intelligence.
Chatterjee said educational institutions earn their reputation through teachers and the students they nurture, not their buildings.
The remarks were made at the Vishwarambh Kala Award ceremony at MIT Art, Design and Technology University in Loni-Kalbhor.
Dr Sudhakar Chavan received the Vishwarambh Kala Award for his contribution to visual arts; his son Amit accepted it in his absence.
The event included the release of the ‘AQ’ magazine, the unveiling of the ‘Kalakosh’ logo and a student-art exhibition.
- Who
- Prof Himkumar Chatterjee, Vice-Chancellor of Sir JJ School of Art, Architecture and Design, spoke at the event; Dr Sudhakar Chavan was honoured.
- What
- Chatterjee advised students to consult teachers rather than rely solely on AI, while the event honoured Chavan for his contribution to visual arts.
- Where
- MIT Art, Design and Technology University at Loni-Kalbhor, near Pune.
- When
- The article does not specify the date.
- Why
- Chatterjee said teachers provide deep explanations and understanding, and artists should consider their contribution to society and art.
Key facts
- Speaker
- Prof Himkumar Chatterjee
- Speaker’s position
- Vice-Chancellor of Sir JJ School of Art, Architecture and Design, Mumbai
- Main advice
- Students should ask teachers questions rather than rely solely on AI
- Award recipient
- Dr Sudhakar Chavan
- Award
- Vishwarambh Kala Award
- Award recognition
- Contribution to visual arts
- Additional programme
- ‘AQ’ magazine release, ‘Kalakosh’ logo unveiling and student-art exhibition
Quotes
Prof Himkumar Chatterjee
Mural artist and Vice-Chancellor of Sir JJ School of Art, Architecture and Design, Mumbai
“Teachers possess the ability to explain a subject and make students experience and understand it in depth. Therefore, students should ask questions to teachers rather than relying solely on AI.””
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“Art remains with a person until the end of life. A person who has a genuine appreciation for art can understand the deeper human values associated with it,””
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