By automating operations that previously required human labor, artificial intelligence is replacing humans in numerous occupations. Several industries, including manufacturing, customer service, healthcare, and transportation, are experiencing this. Unexpectedly, an English preparatory school has appointed an AI robot as its “principal headteacher.” Abigail Bailey was created by Cottesmore School and an artificial intelligence developer with the intention of supporting the headmaster of the West Sussex school.
Tom Rogerson, the headmaster at Cottesmore, revealed to The Telegraph that he uses the robot to give him advice on a variety of topics, including how to assist coworkers, how to manage students with ADHD, and how to write school policies. The system functions similarly to ChatGPT, the online AI service where users type questions, and they are answered by the chatbot’s algorithms.
AI Robot Principal provides support to school leader
According to Mr. Rogerson, the AI Robot principal has been created with the ability to examine enormous amounts of data and a depth of experience in machine learning and educational management.
He told The Telegraph: “Sometimes having someone or something there to help you is a very calming influence.
“It’s nice to think that someone who is unbelievably well-trained is there to help you make decisions.
“It doesn’t mean you don’t also seek counsel from humans. Of course, you do. It’s just very calming and reassuring knowing that you don’t have to call anybody up, bother someone, or wait around for an answer.”
He added: “Being a school leader, a headmaster, is a very lonely job. Of course, we have head teacher’s groups, but just having somebody or something on tap that can help you in this lonely place is very reassuring.”
For UK pupils, the Cottesmore school levies tuition that can reach approximately 32000 pounds (Rs 32,48,121) annually.
The boarding school, which has won awards including Tatler’s “Prep School of the Year,” serves children between the ages of four and thirteen.