Ngee Ann Polytechnic and NCS have developed an AI-powered learning tool that provides 24/7 support to students by grounding responses in specific course materials.
Key facts
- •AI Tutor was developed as a 24/7 learning companion by Ngee Ann Polytechnic and NCS.
- •The tool is grounded in course materials to ensure responses are pedagogically accurate.
- •Students who used the tool saw an 8 to 10 percent improvement in examination pass rates.
- •The platform features image upload capabilities for analyzing diagrams and charts.
- •More than 1,100 full-time diploma students have been given access to the tool this year.
- •Users of the adaptive quizzes recorded a 15 percent increase in scores from their first to last attempt.
Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP) and NCS have partnered to launch AI Tutor, an artificial intelligence tool designed to assist students with course concepts outside of classroom hours. The tool provides 24/7 support, allowing students to work through complex topics at their own pace. By using curriculum-specific data rather than general internet sources, the platform aims to provide accurate, pedagogically sound guidance for learners.
By the numbers
Pedagogical Design and Functionality
Unlike general-purpose chatbots, AI Tutor is anchored in NP’s specific course materials to ensure relevance and accuracy. The tool includes image upload capabilities, allowing students to submit diagrams and circuit-based problems for step-by-step explanations. It is designed to guide students through analysis and evaluation rather than simply retrieving information, and it can generate personalized quizzes to help students identify areas for further revision.
Impact on Students and Educators
The tool is intended to support educators by handling foundational questions, freeing them to focus on complex discussions. Lecturers also receive learning analytics to identify where students are struggling, allowing for more targeted interventions. Initial data from the project showed an 8 to 10 percent improvement in examination pass rates among users compared to previous cohorts, and students using adaptive quizzes saw a 15 percent increase in scores from their first to last attempts.
Future Collaboration and Expansion
NP and NCS are continuing their partnership through additional initiatives, including the AI Adaptive Learning Assistant, which aims to personalize learning at scale. The collaboration also extends to curriculum development, with plans to embed NCS’ AI-enhanced software development tools into coursework and provide students with AI-focused internships and industry talks.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Channel NewsAsia.
