Jinat Jahan Khan

How to detect AI-generated text

While the use of AI in text generations have many potential benefits across industries, like any other tool, they too may be misused in a variety of ways. To counter the misuse of AI-generated texts, there are some tools that may come handy.

1y ago

Key takeaways from this year’s Standard AI Index Report

In the last decade, artificial intelligence has evolved at a breathtaking pace. The Standard Institute for Human-Centred Artificial Intelligence (HAI) publishes the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Index Report every year, providing a comprehensive picture of the current state of the AI world.

1y ago

Inclusive education is all about understanding different learners

Understanding of the benefits of diversity is growing.

1y ago

Entrepreneurial challenges in the Bangladeshi gig business model

Fairwork and DataSense has published the annual Fairwork Bangladesh Ratings Report to understand the working conditions of platform-based gig workers in Bangladesh.

1y ago

Quality education towards ensuring equality and inclusion

In 2015, the General Assembly of the United Nations adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

2y ago

How teaching IELTS can be trickier than teaching General English

The webinar was led by Wendy Naylor, Consultant at The British Council, where she had an interactive discussion with the online audience regarding IELTS and General English.

2y ago

How exam-centred teaching hampers creativity in classrooms

The Daily Star with the collaboration of the British Council has returned with its LIVE webinar series on 29 August 2022. A session titled 'How can we increase creativity in the classroom?' was aired live, which was hosted by Wendy Naylor, Consultant, The British Council. In this event, respected education practitioners discussed and shared ideas on how to boost creativity in classrooms. Creativity in education is often a subject of debate, as schools can develop a culture of routine and conformity. Often, training students to simply pass exams may discourage and inhibit originality, which is why the government is currently reviewing assessments in schools.

2y ago

QR codes are essential, but some may hurt you

With more dependency on the internet, the cases of online scams are always on the rise. Among different innovative ways to scam people, tricking users through QR codes is a very common scenario. Since the early 2000s, QR codes have been in use, and these are still alive and well. Smartphone cameras can even scan them directly. The continued usefulness of QR codes is due in large part to changes to different marketing channels and new applications for their usage. Popular among modern tech users, QR codes have become essential in transferring large amounts of data by providing an easy and quick way to promote website URLs. However, it bodes to be careful when using QR codes.

2y ago
March 19, 2021
March 19, 2021

Shabash: the first-ever superhero motion comics in Bangladesh

Comics, an artistic combination of words and pictures, have been attracting bookworms of all ages in Bangladesh since a long time ago. However, comics are usually western-centric. And when it comes to comics based on superheroes, we mostly focus on the Western DC and Marvel superheroes.

March 12, 2021
March 12, 2021

Smart kitchen devices we wish we could get our hands on

If you want to get proper nutrition and calories, you’ll need to choose the right amount of ingredients and temperature for your every dish. And

March 12, 2021
March 12, 2021

Why sex education is important, now more than ever

Adolescents in our country are growing up in a world where circumstances are quite different now ,concerning the benefits and risks in life, from those of their parents or grandparents.

February 26, 2021
February 26, 2021

The do’s and don’ts after getting the Covid-19 vaccine

Once you receive the Covid-19 vaccine, are you free not to wear your masks and follow hygiene guidelines? Or what should you do to boost the effectiveness of the vaccine shot? In case you or any of your family members has got the vaccine or is ready to get one, here are 6 dos and don’ts after taking the shot of the Covid-19 vaccine.

February 26, 2021
February 26, 2021

Catfishing: What you need to know about this form of cyberbullying

Thanks to the internet and social media, we can now connect and communicate with new people now and then. However, this innovative way of communication opens up the doors to fraudulence and cyberbullying. And catfishing is one of those deceptive ways to trick and bully people.

February 19, 2021
February 19, 2021

How to detect hidden cameras

Have you ever been in any public washroom, dressing room or in any hotel room and had a feeling that you are being watched? Well, sometimes you may not be wrong in this regard.

February 5, 2021
February 5, 2021

Be a pro writer:Learn the craft of writing

Writing, as an essential skill itself, allows you to represent your thoughts and views with clarity and ease to a far larger audience.

February 5, 2021
February 5, 2021

Essential safety guidelines for reopening educational institutions

As educational institutions are all set to reopen in phases very soon, the challenge of maintaining social distance and proper hygiene measures emerges.

December 25, 2020
December 25, 2020

Education for underprivileged children amid pandemic

Given the current challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic, many volunteering endeavours to provide education to underprivileged children have been disrupted. We have talked with a few organisations to know about their perspectives and steps in this respect. Despite taking different measures, they have one common objective and that is to ensure the best thing for these children.

December 18, 2020
December 18, 2020

Nilkomol Ar Lalkomol: the very first motion comics in Bangladesh

Did you ever wish to see life into your favourite comic characters? If yes, then the motion comic is the buzzword-filled way for you, which turns all the reading materials into something you can watch along with sound effects and voice-overs. Unfortunately, Bangladesh is yet to get familiar with this hybrid art form. However, mKiddo, an SVOD platform for kids, is all ready to introduce the very first motion comics in Bangladesh.