There’s a technological revolution occurring in the classroom.
Fuelled by both a growth in distance learning and the continuing evolution of in-person teaching techniques, video conferencing is now an essential component of any educational establishment’s method of delivery.
However, it is the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into cameras and microphones that is really enhancing the classroom experience and elevating teaching practices.
To take advantage, schools, colleges and universities (as well as their IT managed service providers) must partner with an AV vendor that is not only at the forefront of this learning revolution, but which also has the hardware and software to support success.
“As we continue to witness the transformative impact of AI in education, it is cutting-edge solutions that are empowering teachers and enriching the student learning experience,” says Jose Rincon, Head of Product Management at leading vendor AVer Europe, whose suite of products is the perfect example.
“By harnessing the power of AI, the future of education is being reimagined. With innovations that seamlessly integrate into the teaching environment, a more connected, accessible, and engaging educational landscape is being formed. In essence, AI-driven solutions represent a paradigm shift in education technology, enabling educators to deliver dynamic and immersive learning experiences.”
In the case of AVer Europe in particular, its range of cameras’ auto tracking functionality leverages AI in the most dynamic way; boasting the remarkable ability to identify, recognise, and perfectly frame teachers, even when they are moving around the classroom. With no need for additional devices or complex setups, educators simply walk in front of the camera and AI takes care of the rest, automatically adjusting zoom levels and framing for optimal viewing.
Whether the teacher is interacting with a blackboard or moving between students – or even if the teacher steps away from the camera’s field of view – AI effortlessly tracks their movements, ensuring that every detail of a lesson is captured for both in-person and remote learners.
In multi-camera environments, AVer’s AI-powered MT300N matrix tracking box seamlessly integrates auto-tracking and audio tracking functionalities, ensuring that the camera switches in real-time based on voice detection. Whether the teacher is speaking, or students are engaging in discussions, the system intelligently selects the optimal camera angle, providing a uniform viewing experience for both in-person and remote learners.
However, the benefits extend beyond automated tracking. With intuitive and simple hand gestures, teachers can pause or resume tracking and even move the camera, eliminating the need for cumbersome remote controllers. This intuitive interface enhances the teaching experience, allowing educators to focus on delivering engaging lessons without distractions.
“It is the kind of automatic adaptability which can support a seamless, almost natural user experience for both educator and student,” says Rincon. “That, in turn, can impact positively on the quality of the learning.”
AI is also responding to another key challenge faced by educators – the frictionless integration of instructional materials, such as visual aids or documents, into their lessons.
AVer’s solutions’ AI extends its capabilities to visualisers, further enhancing instructional content delivery. From automatically flipping images to correcting distortions and even scanning documents with OCR capabilities, these visualisers empower educators to create engaging and interactive lessons with ease.
Audio quality, too, is another critical aspect of the teaching experience, particularly for students with special needs. AVer’s streaming audio system, powered by AI, serves as an advanced audio mixer, blending multiple audio sources, including wireless microphones for teachers. This ensures clear and crisp audio delivery, enhancing communication and accessibility in the classroom.
Sounds like top marks all round..!
To learn more about how AVer Europe can help your and your customers’ educational establishments leverage the power of AI, click here.
