Al and the Inner Self | ASHOK K. PANDEY | TEDxShiva Shiksha Sadan Youth
This talk begins with a powerful truth: Every child today enters school carrying two unseen futures—one shaped by algorithms, and another by the fragile planet they will inherit. In an era defined by artificial intelligence and environmental uncertainty, education must evolve to prepare learners for both. Drawing from the ancient Panchkosha framework of the Taittiriya Upanishad—which views human development through five layers of body, energy, mind, intellect, and bliss—this talk explores how modern classrooms can unite technological competence with emotional intelligence and moral grounding. When integrated with the Values Ascension and Alignment Model (VAAM), Panchkosha becomes a bridge between timeless wisdom and future-ready education. Through real-world insights and transformative ideas, this talk calls educators to harmonize AI’s precision with the inner self’s wisdom—creating not just skilled individuals, but compassionate, sustainable global citizens. I am a distinguished education leader, author, and global advocate for transformative learning with over four decades of experience in school leadership. Former Principal of premier institutions, I currently advise the Adani-GEMS Education & Research Institute. As Honorary President of the Private School Principals’ Association and Fellow of the Global Peace Foundation (USA), I champion global citizenship and value-based education. I serve as Chairperson of the Council for Global Citizenship Education and as a General Body Member of CBSE and NCTE, contributing to the National Mentoring Mission and National Professional Standards for Teachers. Author of two bestselling books and 100+ research works, I integrate Indian Knowledge Systems, SDGs, and AI in education. A certified John C. Maxwell coach, I am dedicated to empowering educators and students through leadership and lifelong learning. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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