The first robot teacher with AI began working in one of the schools in India (2 photos + 1 video)
It was given the features of a real teacher in a bright sari. The robot moves around the classroom using installed wheels, and when meeting students, it extends its hand to greet them. 
A sari-colored robot called Iris, developed by Makerlabs Edutech, has begun teaching in the southern state of Kerala. The robot is a component of the Government of India's top public policy think tank (NITI Aayog) 2021 project Atal Tinkering Lab, which aims to increase the number of extra-curricular activities in school. The developers emphasize that the humanoid is intended to change the traditional learning landscape.
In a populous country like India, where there is a shortage of quality teachers, the proposal of humanoid robots taking over teaching duties is a compelling one. According to statistics, about 265 million students are enrolled in schools in India, and there is a shortage of teachers throughout the country.
Humanoid robot Iris was introduced at KTCT Higher Secondary School, Thiruvananthapuram to enhance the educational experience of students. According to Makerlabs, Iris should become not just a robot, but an advanced voice assistant for educational institutions. Powered by robotics and generative artificial intelligence (AI), Iris delivers fast, smooth performance. 
Iris is a multilingual AI instructor that can help with interactive learning, offer personalized voice assistance, and answer complex questions in a variety of academic fields. The robot is equipped with wheels for increased mobility, which help make the learning process more interactive and fun. Iris can also increase student engagement, personalize learning, and accommodate different learning preferences.
Humanoid robots have been found to improve learning efficiency and engagement in various educational settings. A report from Robotical says they can help develop computational thinking in young children and increase student engagement in a wide range of academic subjects. Humanoid robots are an excellent learning tool for children with autism. Humanizing students has been proven to develop a deeper sense of connection and belonging. A wide range of subjects, including reading, writing, languages, science, technology, engineering and mathematics, can be successfully taught by humanoid robots. However, they are also used to instill metacognitive skills such as self-confidence, drive and dedication to work.
