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AI in Special Education: Bridging Gaps & Empowering Educators | Jhillika Trisal | #TGV632
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Join us for a transformative conversation with Jhillika Trisal, the visionary CEO of Cognitii, as she shares her journey from neuroscience researcher to social entrepreneur. Discover how her AI-powered platform is revolutionizing special education in India with a bold mission to impact 1 million children by 2027. Jhillika dives deep into the reality of "virtual autism," the importance of the human touch in learning, and the invaluable success mantras that keep her grounded. Whether you're an aspiring founder or a parent navigating the digital age, this episode is packed with insights on building impact at scale.
Chapters:
00:00:00 - Introduction to Jhillika Trisal & Cognitii
00:03:37 - Why You Should Listen: Accessibility & Affordability
00:06:20 - Rapid Fire Round: Curiosity, Invention, & Aliens
00:08:55 - The Guiding Voice: A Mother’s Wisdom
00:10:30 - Success Mantras: Curiosity, Perseverance, & Asking for Help
00:12:47 - Why Trisal Started Cogniti: The Neuroscience Background
00:17:42 - Challenges of Launching a Startup
00:20:25 - How AI Amplifies Special Education
00:22:45 - The Non-Negotiable Human Touch in Learning
00:28:16 - The Threat of "Virtual Autism" & Mobile-First Strategy
00:31:21 - Researcher vs. Entrepreneur: Insights from Science
00:34:33 - Lessons from Early Failures
00:43:20 - Advice for Young Social Entrepreneurs
00:47:19 - Trivia: The Origins of Special Education
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