PART A – Employability Skills (Class 9 Artificial Intelligence – Code 417)
| Unit No. | Unit Name | Hours | Marks | Key Topics | Suggested Activities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Communication Skills – I | 10 | 2 | – Meaning & Importance of Communication – Types: Verbal, Non-verbal, Written, Visual – Communication Cycle – Barriers & Solutions | – Role Play – Group Discussions – Body Language Practice – Listening Drill |
| 2 | Self-Management Skills – I | 10 | 2 | – Self-Awareness – SWOT Analysis – SMART Goals – Time Management – Self-Confidence | – Goal-Setting Journal – Time Table Planner – Personal SWOT Activity |
| 3 | ICT Skills – I | 10 | 2 | – Introduction to ICT – Computer Basics – MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint (Basics) – Internet and Email Safety | – Create Document in Word – Email Practice – Excel Budget Sheet |
| 4 | Entrepreneurial Skills – I | 15 | 2 | – Who is an Entrepreneur? – Characteristics – Role in Society – Myths vs Reality | – Interview a Local Entrepreneur – Make a Business Idea Poster |
| 5 | Green Skills – I | 5 | 2 | – Green Economy – Sustainable Development – Eco-friendly Practices | – Cleanliness Drive – Poster on Sustainability – Green Diary |
PART B – Subject-Specific Skills (40 Marks)
| Unit No. | Unit Name | Hours | Marks | Key Topics | Suggested Activities / Practicals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to AI & Ethics | 55 | 10 | – What is AI? – Domains: NLP, CV, Data – AI vs Traditional Programming – AI Project Cycle (Problem, Data, Model, Evaluate) – Ethics: Bias, Access, etc. | – Semantris (NLP) – Quick Draw (CV) – Rock-Paper-Scissors Game – Moral Machine Activity |
| 2 | Data Literacy | 50 | 10 | – Importance of Data – Cybersecurity Basics – Data Types – Interpretation & Visualization | – Collect & Explore Data – Create Visuals (Tableau, Datawrapper) – Dashboard creation |
| 3 | Maths in AI – Statistics & Probability | 25 | 10 | – Mean, Median, Mode, SD – Data Types & Graphs – Probability (Theory & Experiment) | – Dice Game – Number Patterns – Mini Survey & Data Analysis |
| 4 | Introduction to Generative AI | 20 | 5 | – What is Generative AI? – Applications (Image, Text, Music) – Deepfakes, Ethics | – GAN Paint – Text Gen Tool – Real vs AI Image Game |
| 5 | Introduction to Python Programming | 10 | 5 | – Syntax, print(), input()– Variables, Operators – If-else, Loops – Lists | – Programs: Grade Checker, Sum of Numbers, List Average, etc. |
PART C – Practical Work (35 Marks)
| Component | Marks | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Python Practical File | 15 | – At least 15 programs – Cover: I/O, Conditions, Loops, Lists |
| Python Practical Exam | 15 | – Live coding test (basic logic-based problems) |
| Viva Voce | 5 | – Based on: Python concepts, AI games, project work, basic theory |
Sample Programs to Include in Practical File:
| Program Name | Concept Covered |
|---|---|
| Sum of two numbers | Input & Arithmetic |
| Even/Odd Number | If-Else Condition |
| Grade Calculator | Nested If |
| Factorial using loop | While Loop |
| Find largest among 3 numbers | Conditions + Logical Ops |
| Reverse a List | List & Loops |
| Average of numbers in list | Lists + Loops |
| Voting eligibility checker | Input + Conditionals |
PART D – Project Work / Portfolio / Field Visit (15 Marks)
| Project Option | Details |
|---|---|
| AI Model/Project Work | – Follow AI Project Cycle: Problem → Data → Model → Evaluate – Tools: Teachable Machine, Scratch, ML for Kids |
| Example Projects: | – Emotion Detector – Smart Bin Classifier – Object Counter using CV |
| AI for Sustainable Development Goals | – Choose any SDG (e.g. Education, Clean Water) – Create solution via AI concept – Poster, Report, or Working Model |
| Field Visit / Virtual Tour | – Visit AI-powered organization or take online tour (e.g., Google AI, Amazon) – Report with AI usage, challenges, impact |
| Portfolio (if project not done) | – Compilation of worksheets, activities, AI ethics, data charts – Posters: “AI for Good”, “Ethical AI”, “Smart Home Design” |
Portfolio Sample Inclusions:
| Activity | Description |
|---|---|
| Smart Home Plan | Draw or design AI-powered smart home layout |
| Data Collection Exercise | Gather and organize sample dataset |
| Quick Draw Log | Summary of attempts, accuracy rate |
| Ethics Worksheet | Dilemmas + decisions taken in AI scenarios |
| AI Poster | Creative poster showing “AI for Social Good” |