Delhi Schools to Launch IIT Madras-Designed AI Curriculum for Classes 6-10 Starting May 8, 2025

Delhi Schools to Launch AI Curriculum by IIT Madras for Classes 6-10 from May 8

Starting May 8, 2025, students in Delhi from Classes 6 to 10 will begin learning Artificial Intelligence through the AI Samarth curriculum. This program, developed by the Central Square Foundation (CSF) in collaboration with the Wadhwani School of Data Science and AI at IIT Madras, focuses on ethical use and practical applications of AI.

Key Highlights

• AI Samarth curriculum launches on May 8 for Classes 6-10 in Delhi
• Curriculum developed by Central Square Foundation (CSF) and IIT Madras
• Available in five languages, with plans to expand further

The curriculum aims to introduce students aged 11 to 14 to the basics of Artificial Intelligence. It covers not only how AI works but also emphasizes safe, ethical, and meaningful use in everyday life.

Focus on AI Awareness and Practical Use

AI Samarth is built around age-appropriate modules that promote AI awareness and encourage responsible digital behavior. Students will learn core AI concepts, understand AI’s role in daily activities—from apps to algorithms—and explore its practical uses.

Essential topics such as ethics, bias, privacy, and accountability are included to help students recognize both the opportunities and challenges AI presents.

Resources for Students and Teachers

The program supports teachers by providing an open-source content stack and online training modules. These resources are accessible in Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, Odia, and English to accommodate diverse linguistic backgrounds. Over the next six months, more regional languages will be added to broaden reach across different school boards and geographies.

Flexible Curriculum for Different Schools

The AI Samarth curriculum is adaptable, allowing schools to customize content depth and pace based on their goals and the readiness of students and teachers. This flexibility makes it suitable for institutions with varying levels of digital infrastructure and experience with AI education.

According to CSF, the framework supports a flexible and holistic approach that can be adjusted according to local contexts and different learning levels.

Part of a Larger AI Literacy Movement in India

This initiative aligns with the growing focus on integrating AI education into Indian school curricula. Emphasizing digital citizenship and 21st-century skills, the program prepares students for a future where AI is increasingly embedded in daily life.

With IIT Madras providing academic and technical expertise and CSF handling implementation at the school level, AI Samarth could serve as a model for other states to follow.

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