YouTube tests new AI feature to assess user learning

YouTube is conducting trials on a new AI-powered feature aimed at evaluating user learning and understanding.

YouTube tests new AI feature to assess user learning
YouTube tests new AI feature to assess user learning. (Image: Reuters)

YouTube is currently conducting trials on its mobile app for iOS and Android devices, introducing AI-generated quizzes as a means to foster viewers' educational engagement. These quizzes aim to enhance users' knowledge of the subject matter presented in educational videos, while simultaneously aiding the video-sharing platform in assessing the comprehensiveness of each video's coverage on specific topics. By leveraging artificial intelligence, YouTube seeks to objectively gauge the effectiveness of its content and provide viewers with valuable opportunities for learning and exploration.

YouTube AI quizzes could be effective pathway for learning through educational videos

YouTube has recently updated its test features and experiments page, where it has shared details about a new feature. However, this feature is currently not widely available to all users and is being gradually rolled out. If you don't have access to it yet, there is a possibility that you will receive it in the future. These AI-generated quizzes will be visible on the Home page of the YouTube app for both iOS and Android versions.

Engaging in the quiz will lead to the associated video, which was recently watched, being linked beneath the quiz itself. This feature aims to assist users in revisiting any missed information from their initial viewing. Initially, this experiment is being introduced to a select group of users who utilize YouTube on Android or iOS devices. It is important to note that these quizzes will likely be associated with educational videos and will not be available for every video a user watches.

YouTube AI quizzes could be effective pathway for learning through educational videos
YouTube AI quizzes could be effective pathway for learning through educational videos. (Image: Al Jazeera)

It is uncertain whether this new feature will ultimately be included in the final version of the YouTube app. The platform frequently tests new features, and not all of them are implemented in the end. Regardless, we will provide updates if this feature is indeed integrated into the app.

Engaging in the quiz will result in the quiz itself being accompanied by a link to the recently watched video. This feature aims to assist users in revisiting any missed information from their initial viewing. Google has indicated that this experiment is currently being gradually introduced to a limited number of YouTube users on Android or iOS devices. It is important to note that these quizzes will predominantly be associated with educational videos and will not be available for every video a user watches.

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