Atul Krishna

Atul Krishna, a colleague at The Ken focusing on education and edtech, dives into Scaler Academy's journey from tech bootcamp to facing the obsolescence caused by AI. He discusses the challenges students encounter in a competitive job market despite rigorous training. The conversation reveals how AI is reshaping not just software development, but also the educational landscape, compelling Scaler to innovate its curriculum. Ultimately, it highlights the critical need for foundational skills as hiring dynamics shift in the tech industry.

Atul Krishna, an education and edtech journalist from The Ken, joins the discussion on the shifting landscape of Indian education. He highlights the anxieties parents face with the transition to the International Baccalaureate program. The conversation delves into the challenges of inadequate teacher training and the financial strain of high school fees. Atul also introduces Sparkl Edventure, a new platform aimed at enhancing IB tutoring access, and discusses broader educational solutions for South Asia and the Middle East to better prepare students for university success.