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
June 26, 2020
June 26, 2020

6 good alternatives to Zoom

The COVID-19 pandemic has irrevocably shifted the workforce, forcing many professionals to work from home and depend on video-conferencing apps such as Zoom.

June 19, 2020
June 19, 2020

How to make and disinfect cloth masks

Stacking two 10”x6” rectangles of tightly woven cotton sheets like a T-shirt or a scarf, one needs to sew them as if it was a single fabric piece.

June 5, 2020
June 5, 2020

Go paperless for an eco-friendly workplace

Going paperless in the workplace can save money. Tons of it. Oh, it can reduce waste, improve employee efficiency and do good for the environment too.

June 5, 2020
June 5, 2020

4 tips to negotiate with suppliers for the right deal

Negotiation is one of the most age-old practices that are still common in the marketplace. If you are a retailer, you must need to bargain with your supplier in such a way that you receive the best pricing and terms on all the products avoiding the unnecessary haggling. Here are 4 negotiation tips that can give you the upper hand.

May 22, 2020
May 22, 2020

Debunking fake news in Bangladesh

BD FactCheck, a nonpartisan and non-profit organization has the aim to reduce the level of deception and confusion regarding all kinds of national and international news in Bangladesh by debunking those. Here's their story.

May 22, 2020
May 22, 2020

Rising cybercrime during pandemic: How to recognise and combat

During this ongoing crisis, we all are relying more than ever on our smartphones, computer systems and the internet to communicate and work. Cybercriminals are trying to take advantage of this vulnerable situation all over the world. Here's how to stay safe.

May 15, 2020
May 15, 2020

Are contact-tracing apps an effective solution to COVID-19 crisis?

One of the recent solutions to combating the Covid-19 pandemic is the use of contact-tracing apps. The method of contact tracing is quite known for its use in the outbreaks of contagious diseases, but apps for this process is something new to people.

May 8, 2020
May 8, 2020

How to stay connected with your team while working remotely

Social distancing has become an integral part of our daily life during this pandemic. While working from home, remote workers face many

May 1, 2020
May 1, 2020

Window apps to maximize your Surface pen’s ability

A Surface Pen is a handy tool that lets you do cool and creative things on your Surface PC. It adds a layer of productivity and makes your work easier on a traditional desktop or laptop.

April 24, 2020
April 24, 2020

Online medicine delivery services in Dhaka during quarantine

Medicine shops are the last to remain open during a countrywide lockdown. But should you risk going out? In some cases, you may simply be unable to. Here are the current online options for medicine supplies.