Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 12: Extramarks Education, one of India’s pioneering ed-tech companies, has announced the launch of Extra Intelligence in Thiruvananthapuram — a breakthrough AI-powered innovation designed to empower teachers, engage students, and transform classrooms into intelligent, collaborative learning environments.
With this launch, Extramarks becomes one of the first education companies to meaningfully integrate AI across the entire school ecosystem — from lesson planning and classroom delivery to assessments and after-school learning.
Extra Intelligence is a comprehensive suite of AI-driven features that supports teachers in planning, evaluation, and personalized instruction, while ensuring educators remain central to every classroom decision. Built on a robust NEP-aligned content framework, the platform is continuously updated to reflect evolving curricula and modern teaching practices. It is further refined through ongoing feedback from teachers and students, ensuring reliability and real-world classroom relevance.
The event commenced with a welcome address by Mr. Venkat Phanikiran, Chief Academic Officer, Extramarks Education. The keynote address was delivered by Rev. Fr. Dr. Mathew Thengumpally CMI, Principal, Christ Nagar Higher Secondary School ICSE, followed by a session titled “Intelligence for Evolving Classrooms” by Aldrin Sebastian, Zonal Manager – School Sales (Adoption & Experience), Extramarks Education.
A high-level panel discussion on “Transforming Teaching with Intelligent Classrooms” brought together prominent education leaders, including Mr. Venkat Phanikiran; Mr. Varghese Samuel, Principal, St. Thomas Central School, Mukkolakkal; Prof. Dr. Shirley Stewart, Principal, Sarvodaya Vidyalaya; and Mr. Sunil Chacko, Principal, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Senior Secondary School, Kodunganoor. The session explored how AI can enhance teaching effectiveness while preserving the human essence of education.
The event concluded with closing remarks by Anvin Basil Paul, Business Head – Kerala, Extramarks Education.
“With Extra Intelligence, we are not just introducing another AI tool — we are reimagining the classroom experience. This innovation places the power of AI directly in the hands of educators and students, enabling personalized, engaging, and secure learning at scale. We are delighted to bring this to schools in Thiruvananthapuram and are confident it will transform classroom experiences,”
Venkat Phanikiran, Chief Academic Officer, Extramarks Education.
For over 18 years, Extramarks has partnered with 21,000+ schools and impacted the academic journeys of 10 million+ students worldwide. Extra Intelligence builds on this legacy by combining scientifically designed pedagogy, award-winning content, and cutting-edge AI technology into a unified, seamless platform.
Why Extra Intelligence Matters
AI-Powered Teacher Assistant
Designed to complement individual teaching styles and reduce preparation time:
- Teaching Deck Generator: Instantly create comprehensive teaching decks on any topic, customized for impactful classroom delivery.
- Classroom Activity Generator: Generate real-time, hands-on activities tailored to specific topics and student levels.
- Together Mode: Interactive games that foster collaboration and ensure active student participation.
Smarter, Faster, and Secure Assessments
- Power Questions: Generate unique questions for each student, minimizing academic dishonesty and ensuring fairness.
- Objective-to-Subjective Conversion: Convert MCQs into descriptive questions with a single click to assess conceptual depth.
- Subjective Answer Evaluation: Scan handwritten answers for instant scoring, structured feedback, and adjustable evaluation standards aligned with board expectations.
Teaching Across Boards and Languages
- Lesson Planner: Scan textbook indices to auto-map content into structured, board-specific lesson plans within minutes.
- Translate: Seamlessly translate lessons, questions, and videos into regional languages such as Marathi, Tamil, and Telugu, with support for British and American English accents.
Student Co-Pilot for Home Learning
- Instant Doubt Solver: Upload, speak, or type questions to receive immediate, accurate explanations.
- Help Me Solve It: Step-by-step guidance that promotes independent problem-solving without revealing final answers.
- Ask It: Real-time Q&A during video lessons with suggested explainer content for continuous learning.
Making Live Classes More Effective and Accountable
- EngageMeter: Monitor participation, hand raises, and engagement levels during live School Integrated Program (SIP) classes.
- Attendance Tracker: Automate attendance for online and offline classes using facial recognition for accurate, contactless tracking.