Archive · 12 Aug 2025
Digital Overuse in Schools and Services: A Critical Look
Some new technologies like AI are being used in schools and for services like pensions.
While they can be exciting, the article points out problems.
For example, kids in an AI-powered school might miss out on real-life connections and teachers might feel their jobs changing.
A new pension system is hard for veterans to use, and college admissions are taking up too much time.
The author thinks these digital tools are being used too much, without considering how they affect people and what's really important like helping kids make real world connections and for teachers to be in good professional shape.
Digital tools in education and services are causing access issues.
An AI-powered anganwadi in Maharashtra uses digital devices for early learning.
A pension portal for army veterans, SPARSH, faces usability issues.
Digital admission processes in higher education are proving wasteful.
The author warns against over-reliance on digital solutions in education and services.
- Who
- The author is a former NCERT director, raising concerns about digital integration in education and government services.
- What
- Problems arising from the over-reliance on digital solutions in education and government services, with focus on AI in schools and a pension portal.
- When
- The author is commenting on current digital implementations.
- Where
- Focusing on a rural anganwadi in Maharashtra and problems faced across India.
- Why
- The author expresses concern that digital technology is damaging the human element of education and making systems less accessible and efficient.
Digital Integration
Traditional Approaches
Benefits vs. Drawbacks
Digital Integration
Proponents view digital tools as innovative and essential for progress.
Traditional Approaches
The author questions the rush toward AI and digital solutions, highlighting potential damage to education.
Efficiency vs. Practicality
Digital Integration
Digital systems promise efficiency and accessibility.
Traditional Approaches
Digital tools can create access issues and lead to inefficient use of resources.
- Subject
- Digital integration issues
- Areas Discussed
- Education and Veteran services
- Focus
- AI in schools and pension portal SPARSH