Abstract
Integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in education holds significant potential to address long-standing inequities in access, quality, and inclusion. In the context of India, where educational disparities are influenced by socio-economic, geographic, linguistic, and cognitive factors, AI and ML offer transformative tools to bridge these gaps. This paper explores the role of AI and ML in creating inclusive learning environments through personalised instruction, adaptive learning technologies, and assistive solutions for students with disabilities. Drawing on secondary data from recent government and non-government reports, the study highlights practical applications of AI in Indian classrooms, such as language translation tools, learning analytics, and AI-powered educational platforms. It also examines challenges related to infrastructure, teacher preparedness, algorithmic bias, and data privacy. The findings underscore that while AI and ML cannot substitute human educators, they can augment their capacity to cater to diverse learners, especially in under-resourced settings. The paper concludes with policy recommendations for ethical, equitable, and context-sensitive adoption of AI in Indian education.
Keywords: Artificial intelligence, machine learning, inclusive education, educational technology, india, accessibility, digital divide
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APA Format:
Josephine Mary, S. A., & Vakkil, M. (2025). Bridging gaps in education: AI and machine learning for inclusive learning experiences. Journal of Pedagogical Innovations and Teacher Education, 2(1), 102–108. https://jpita.mitc.ac.in/2025/06/05/anne-josephine-mary-and-m-vakkil/
MLA Format:
Josephine Mary, S. Anne, and M. Vakkil. “Bridging Gaps in Education: AI and Machine Learning for Inclusive Learning Experiences.” Journal of Pedagogical Innovations and Teacher Education, vol. 2, no. 1, 2025, pp. 102–108. https://jpita.mitc.ac.in/2025/06/05/anne-josephine-mary-and-m-vakkil/
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Josephine Mary, S. Anne, and M. Vakkil. “Bridging Gaps in Education: AI and Machine Learning for Inclusive Learning Experiences.” Journal of Pedagogical Innovations and Teacher Education 2, no. 1 (2025): 102–108. https://jpita.mitc.ac.in/2025/06/05/anne-josephine-mary-and-m-vakkil/
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Josephine Mary, S.A. and Vakkil, M., 2025. Bridging gaps in education: AI and machine learning for inclusive learning experiences. Journal of Pedagogical Innovations and Teacher Education, 2(1), pp.102–108. Available at: https://jpita.mitc.ac.in/2025/06/05/anne-josephine-mary-and-m-vakkil/
IEEE Format:
S. A. Josephine Mary and M. Vakkil, “Bridging gaps in education: AI and machine learning for inclusive learning experiences,” Journal of Pedagogical Innovations and Teacher Education, vol. 2, no. 1, pp. 102–108, 2025. [Online]. Available: https://jpita.mitc.ac.in/2025/06/05/anne-josephine-mary-and-m-vakkil/