About the Book
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being widely recognized to be the power that will fuel the future
global digital economy. AI in the past few years has gained geo-strategic importance and a
large number of countries are striving hard to stay ahead with their policy initiatives to get
their country ready.
India's own AI Strategy identifies AI as an opportunity and solution provider for inclusive
economic growth and social development. The report also identifies the importance of skills-
based education (as opposed to knowledge intensive education), and the value of project
related work in order to “effectively harness the potential of AI in a sustainable manner” and
to make India's next generation 'AI ready'.
As a beginning in this direction, CBSE has introduced Artificial Intelligence as an optional
subject at Class IX from the Session 2019-2020 onwards. To enhance the multidisciplinary
approach in teaching learning and also to sensitize the new generation, it was decided that
Schools may start AI “Inspire module” of 12 hours at Class VIII itself.
CBSE is already offering various Skill subjects at Secondary and Senior Secondary level to
upgrade the skills and proficiency of the young generation and also to provide them
awareness to explore various career options. At Secondary Level, a Skill subject may be
offered as additional sixth subject along with the existing five compulsory subjects.
CBSE acknowledges the initiative by Intel India in curating this Python Content Manual, the
AI training video and managing the subsequent trainings of trainers on the Artificial
Intelligence Curriculum.
The aim is to strive together to make our students future ready and help them work on
incorporating Artificial Intelligence to improve their learning experience.