Nepali teachers have found their way to AI. Can our education system keep up?
Summary
Nepali teachers are rapidly adopting generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini and Google Translate for lesson planning, translation and classroom support, but most are doing so without formal guidance. A new study says Nepal’s education system must provide standards, training and mentoring to ensure AI is used safely and fairly.
Key Points
- A joint study by the Ministry of Education and Sports and the British Council found that 76 percent of surveyed teachers across Nepal have already used generative AI.
- Teachers are using AI for lesson planning, translations, worksheets, assessments and classroom activities, but most learned these tools on their own.
- The article warns that AI can also create risks such as misinformation, bias, privacy issues and overdependence, especially without formal guidance.
- It calls for interim guidance, AI literacy pathways, mentored practice, better infrastructure and stronger municipal financing to support responsible use.
