The rapid integration of robotics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is fundamentally reshaping how we live and work. As these technologies move from experimental labs into everyday life, they are becoming essential tools for solving complex global challenges. For today’s learners, understanding the mechanics of AI is a vital step toward navigating a tech-driven landscape.However, the rise of automation brings critical ethical questions regarding privacy, bias, and digital responsibility. It is no longer enough to simply understand how to build a machine; creators must also consider the societal impact of their work. Balancing technical innovation with a strong ethical framework ensures that progress serves the common good.Hands-on engagement is the most effective way to bridge the gap between abstract concepts and real-world application. By experimenting with emerging tools, individuals can move from being passive consumers of technology to active innovators. It is this focus on practical literacy and conscience that is now driving modern educational initiatives.Oakridge International School, Gachibowli hosted a two-day Robotics and AI & Ethics workshop on January 22 and 23, 2026, as part of the Skill Championship 2025–26. Held on campus, in collaboration with MakeIntern, E-Cell, and IIT Hyderabad, the workshop aimed to help students understand emerging technologies and their ethical implications. Through structured sessions led by expert trainers, students explored robotics concepts, experimented with AI tools, and learned how these innovations are shaping real-world problem-solving.
The workshop was led by two expert trainers, Bommineni Anvesh Reddy, Corporate Trainer with MakeIntern and E-Cell, IIT Hyderabad, and Naser Ghazanfer, Corporate Trainer and Founder of NGS Professional Academy. Their sessions combined technical exploration with future-focused applications, giving students a deeper understanding of how robotics and AI shape modern innovation.
As the students explored a wide range of AI and robotics concepts, Naser Ghazanfer highlighted the urgency of developing AI literacy among young learners.“AI is not the future, AI is the present. During my time training students from Grades 6 to 12 at Oakridge Gachibowli, we focused on how AI is already transforming human life and how they can upgrade themselves with these skills. The participants were incredibly eager to learn. I encourage every student to continue strengthening their AI skills,” said Ghazanfer.Over the course of two days, students explored robotics fundamentals, experimented with ML tools, and engaged into the discussions on ethical implications of AI. The program focused not just using AI, but understanding how it revolves around focusing on problem-solving and innovation.
Grade 8 student Muhammad Rihaan Syed shared how the experience significantly broadened his perception.“The workshop opened my eyes to an entire ecosystem of AI tools,” Syed shared, describing how he explored applications for image refinement, quick video creation, and presentation building. “As an aspiring programmer, I was particularly excited to give it a try to the tools like Jules, Julies, Lovable AI, and the data-analytics capabilities of Power BI.” For Veer Singh Pilania of grade 9, the sessions reshaped AI as an active collaborator. “Building an IQ detector app using Google Jules made me realise that I could create with AI, not just consume it,” explained Pilania. The creative segment of the workshop left an especially strong impression, whether generating images with Meta AI, crafting videos with Sora AI, composing music with Suno, or designing presentations with Gamma and Notebook LM. He described AI as “a creative partner that accelerates ideas while still relying on human imagination.” The workshop concluded with an evaluation round, with top-performing student teams qualifying to represent Oakridge International School at round 2 of the Skill Championship at the IIT Hyderabad campus. The next stage will see participants compete at the national level alongside students from across India.Through initiatives like this, Oakridge Gachibowli is reinforcing its focus on future-ready learning, underlining its leadership in innovative education while equipping students with the skills needed to navigate a rapidly evolving world. .Disclaimer: This article has been produced on behalf of Oakridge International School by Times Internet’s Spotlight team.
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