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Discover the transformative power of the #JoyOfLearning! Join us for Session 172 on Sunday, January 19, 2025. We've consistently embraced this journey every Sunday for 173 weeks without exception!

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Quick recap of our session on Sunday the 19th of January 2025

The meeting covered various topics including the importance of AI readiness, internet safety, and adapting to the changing job market. Discussions also touched on conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, and effective communication strategies. The team explored the potential impacts of AI on different industries and reflected on personal growth and mindfulness techniques.

Watch the live recording of the session and the steps forward:

•Students to apply the "FAST CAR and Secret Location" mantra for online safety

• Students to practice critical thinking, creative thinking, communication, and collaboration skills to prepare for AI-dominated careers

• Teachers to evolve their roles from lecturers to coaches/counselors to maintain student-teacher bonds in the AI era

• Jugjiv to share Raghu's AI readiness skills pyramid graphic with the students

• Raghu to post the free ebook on online safety in the My Good School WhatsApp group

• Learning Forward India Foundation team to create a blog post summarizing key points from Raghu's session on AI readiness and online safety

• Raghu to conduct an open house discussion on AI's potential impact on various careers and industries

• Gurdeep and Sandeep to create a comprehensive reflection post capturing key points from today's session

• Students to reflect on the session and send their reflections to Manisha via email

• Jugjiv to send a thank you note to Raghu for his guest presentation

• Sandeep to upload today's session recording to the YouTube channel

• All participants to post their reflections as comments below the blog post for the session

• Jugjiv to plan for a powerful reading session next Sunday, potentially covering two book chapters

• Jugjiv to continue reading Chapter 14 "Misal Pao" from the book "My Name is Cinnamon" by Vikas Prakas Joshi

• Students to research and learn more about Naina, the AI Superstar of India.

• Students to continue engaging with My Good School sessions every Sunday, even on holidays

• Jugjiv to consider scheduling another session with Raghu in a few months

• Students to explore Raghu's social media profiles and interviews for additional insights

• Meeting attendees to Google "Naina AI" and write a line or two about how AI can be helpful at home

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Team and Partners Introduction

Sandeep welcomed schools and partners, expressing his excitement for the Sunbeam Schools partnership in particular. He also mentioned a guest workshop on AI internet security and resource appreciation. Manisha, GSA Principal, joined the meeting and was introduced to the team. Sandeep also mentioned a previous successful workshop on "YES" - Youth Engaging Society - and the need for further engagement with society. He introduced Raghu Pandey, a guest from iMature, and the core team members including Gurdeep and Kunal. The conversation ended with Jugjiv taking over the leadership.

Introducing Raghu and Internet Maturity

Jugjiv introduced Raghu, a computer science graduate and founder of two startups, iBranch.in and iMature.in. Raghu discussed the concept of "Internet Maturity," which he defined as the ability to make the best use of online opportunities for education and career while staying safe from the threats and dangers of the internet. He emphasized that this concept is crucial for success in the 21st century. The conversation ended with Raghu promising to provide a quick overview of what Internet maturity is in the next session.

Preparing for AI's Impact on Careers

Raghu explains that AI will significantly impact careers and education, posing a threat of job disruption and employment crisis across professions. He emphasizes the need to accept this reality and prepare for it. Raghu suggests focusing on opportunities presented by AI, just as crises like Covid enabled exploring online businesses and education. He advises being "AI ready" by leveraging AI's advantages while mitigating risks, similar to being prepared for future Covid waves. The discussion centers on AI's potential to upend traditional career paths, necessitating readiness to adapt.

Adapting to AI-Dominated Job Market

Raghu discussed the importance of adapting to the AI-dominated job market. He emphasized the need for self-learning and online reputation to re-enter the job market. He also highlighted the importance of developing skills such as critical thinking, creative thinking, communication, and collaboration. Raghu suggested that these skills would be essential for jobs that AI will create or offer in the future. He also encouraged the participants to explore platforms like LinkedIn and YouTube to showcase their skills. Lastly, he stressed the importance of being AI-ready in any field they choose to pursue.

Online Safety and AI Readiness

Raghu discussed the importance of online safety and AI readiness. He emphasized the need for caution when using AI tools and the importance of not sharing physical location online. He also introduced the concept of FAST CAR and Secret Location as strategies for online safety. Furthermore, he stressed the importance of finding trustworthy knowledge resources online and applying filters such as checking the age of the content and the expertise of the creator. He concluded by encouraging the participants to apply these strategies to ensure their safety and readiness in the AI world.

AI's Role in Education and Law

The team discussed the potential dangers of AI, with Divyansh sharing a report about a chess-playing AI that lost to a less knowledgeable AI. Raghu expressed the need to understand the details of this event before drawing conclusions. Harsh asked about AI replacing lawyers, to which Raghu responded that AI could potentially act as a junior lawyer. The team also discussed the role of teachers and coaches, with Raghu suggesting that teachers should evolve to become coaches. Lastly, ILA raised concerns about teachers being less equipped with AI than their students, to which Sandeep responded that more students attend their sessions than teachers.

AI's Impact on Sports and Politics

The discussion revolved around the potential impact of AI on various industries, including sports and politics. Raghu emphasized that AI could indirectly affect sports careers by potentially reducing audience attention, but not directly replace human athletes. Sandeep highlighted the overcrowded nature of the entertainment industry, suggesting that AI might not easily occupy this space. The team also discussed the potential of AI to replace humans in physically demanding jobs, with Raghu and Sandeep agreeing that robots could be more efficient in such roles. The conversation ended with the team preparing to read a book called "My Name is Cinnamon" by Vikas Prakash Joshi, with the chapter "Misal Pao" being of particular interest.

Cinnamon's Enthusiasm and Restaurant Options

Jugjiv discussed the enthusiasm of a child named Cinnamon who was excited to help at a restaurant. Cinnamon was assigned to clean tables and was enthusiastic about the task. The reasons for his enthusiasm were speculated, with suggestions including the novelty of the task, the desire to contribute, and the excitement of being able to eat the food prepared at the restaurant. The group also discussed the idea of never giving people too many options, with some members preferring fewer options to avoid confusion. The discussion ended with a scenario where a restaurant employee was scolded for being distracted by his phone while preparing food.

Resolving Conflict at a Restaurant

Jugjiv led a discussion about a customer incident at a restaurant. A man wearing dark glasses and a gold watch was accused of not paying for previous meals. The man's wife, Aditi, served the men extra lemons and onions after they were served food. Santosh intervened, taking the man and another individual outside to resolve the issue. The group discussed the importance of standing up for one's rights and the skill of conflict resolution, as demonstrated by Santosh's actions.

Handling Anger and Family Arguments

The team discussed the topic of arguments within families, with various members sharing their thoughts. They agreed that arguments often happen within families due to understanding and familiarity, and that youngsters may have anger issues. The team also discussed how to handle anger, with suggestions including drinking water and looking in the mirror. They also discussed tips for sales, including treating all customers well, even if they are perceived as rascals, and offering special treatment to regular customers. The team also discussed a specific incident involving a customer named Pintya.

Cinnamon's Emotional Journey and PatienceIn the meeting, Jugjiv and Sandeep discussed the emotional journey of a character named Cinnamon, who is grappling with his past and present life. They highlighted the importance of family and community in shaping one's life, contrasting the compassionate and caring nature of communities with the often less sensitive behavior in school networks. They also discussed the concept of patience, emphasizing that it's not just about waiting but also about attitude during the process. Lastly, they reflected on the character's journey, noting how witnessing his birth mother's struggles has increased his respect for her and made him see things in a new light.

Mindfulness, Communication, and AI in Anger

In the meeting, Jugjiv discussed the importance of mindfulness and effective communication in managing anger. He also mentioned the benefits of meditation and nature for calming oneself down. Sandeep emphasized the importance of reflection and critical thinking, encouraging the team to write their thoughts and questions before sending messages or taking exams. Gurdeep shared her thoughts on the session, highlighting the need to be digitally smart and the power of choice. The team also discussed the potential of AI, with Manisha introducing the AI news anchor, Nana.

The conversation ended with Sandeep and Gurdeep agreeing to create a draft of the session's reflections.

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