AI Robot Teacher Sparks Debate in US Schools Over Its Unusual Creator
A school district in western New York plans to introduce AI-powered robots into classrooms to support teaching. Each robot costs around ₹55 lakh and is designed to answer questions, interact with students, and assist teachers during lessons. However, the project has attracted attention because the robot, called Sally, is made by the same company that produces hyper-realistic adult dolls. While the company says Sally is built only for education and works as a voice and face for AI software, many parents and education experts have raised concerns. Some worry about the company’s background, while others question whether AI robots should play a bigger role in classrooms. School officials say the robots are meant to assist teachers, not replace them.