On 13th November 2024, students from Class VIII, IX, and XI had the unique opportunity to participate in an insightful workshop aimed at preparing them for the future of technology and innovation. The session, held at The Khaitan School, was conducted by Ms. Rashmi Vohra, a seasoned consultant with IBM, who brought her expertise in artificial intelligence, design thinking, and skill development to inspire the next generation of thinkers and innovators.
Exploring New Technologies: The Key to Future Success
The workshop began with a thought-provoking introduction to the world of new technologies. Ms. Vohra emphasized the importance of staying curious and adaptable in an ever-evolving tech landscape. She encouraged the students to explore the vast opportunities that modern technologies offer and to understand how they can be used not just in academics but in everyday life and future careers.
Ms. Vohra also stressed the significance of building foundational skills early on. She shared how essential it is for students to equip themselves with the knowledge and tools that will allow them to thrive in a technology-driven world. From programming to artificial intelligence, design thinking, and beyond, Ms. Vohra inspired students to recognize the potential of these tools in shaping their future.
Discovering Interests and Enhancing Skills Through AI and Design Thinking
A key theme of the session was how students can discover their interests and enhance their skills using emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and design thinking. Ms. Vohra guided the students through the process of identifying personal interests and aligning them with the right technological tools. AI, she explained, is not just a field for computer scientists but a transformative force that can enhance creativity, problem-solving, and innovation across various disciplines.
Design thinking was another critical concept explored during the workshop. Ms. Vohra introduced it as a powerful approach to solving problems creatively and innovatively. Students were encouraged to think like designers—approaching challenges with empathy, defining problems, ideating solutions, prototyping, and testing them. This approach, she explained, is essential not only in technology but also in everyday life as it promotes critical thinking and adaptability.
Hands-On Experience: Developing Technical, Critical, and Creative Problem-Solving Skills
To bring the session to life, Ms. Vohra conducted an interactive, hands-on session where students were introduced to various tools that foster technical skills, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving. The hands-on activities provided students with the opportunity to experiment with AI-driven platforms, design thinking tools, and other creative problem-solving techniques.
Through real-world examples, students learned how these tools can be used to approach complex problems systematically and creatively. Whether it was through simple coding exercises, collaborative design thinking sessions, or interactive problem-solving challenges, the students were able to gain a deeper understanding of how to apply technology in innovative ways.
The hands-on experience allowed students to witness firsthand how technology and creativity can work together to solve problems, encouraging them to think outside the box and approach challenges with a fresh perspective.
A Pathway to Innovation and Growth
The workshop concluded with an empowering message from Ms. Vohra about the endless possibilities that lie ahead for the students. She urged them to continue exploring new technologies, embrace a mindset of innovation, and keep refining their skills to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive world.
“The future is in your hands,” Ms. Vohra remarked. “Technology is not just about coding; it’s about thinking differently, solving problems, and making an impact in the world. Embrace your creativity, learn from your failures, and always keep learning.”
The students left the session with a new sense of motivation and excitement, equipped with practical knowledge and tools to help them become not just consumers of technology, but creators and innovators in their own right.
At The Khaitan School, we believe in empowering our students with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Workshops like these are just one of the many ways we are preparing our students to be future-ready, equipped with the confidence and capabilities to succeed in an increasingly tech-driven global landscape.
As students continue to explore and build upon the skills introduced in this workshop, we look forward to seeing how they apply these lessons to become the innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders of tomorrow.
