AI taking VIVA -VOCE
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This blog post is part of ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’ hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla.
Viva Voce refers to any examination performed orally,
not in written form. I will not count the number of viva-voce that I’ve
appeared so far in my life, which I think is uncountable. This topic will give
me another chance to walk down memory lane, which I will never miss. That’s
something that I should feel grateful for.
The first official viva voce that I faced in my life
was the test taken by the class teacher in my nursery. My mother and aunt
prepared me for a mock test. I lived in a joint family and was
fortunate to receive love, care, and affection from my uncle, aunt, and
grandparents.
I call that viva voce an official one because I don’t
consider those taken by relatives or guests when they visit us. As class
ascended, those viva voces got converted into the written form, and as an
introvert, I became more comfortable with written tests. Later, I remember
giving one viva voce during the 12th class for Physical Education as the
external examiner asked us many questions about the sports of our choice.
During my graduation days, some marks were awarded for
practical exams based on the viva voce of that test. Sometimes, the viva voce
was done one-on-one, and other times, it was done with a small group of
students.
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Initial rounds were based on aptitude, logical
reasoning, or English language comprehension tests during my campus placements,
but final rounds were based on one-on-one interviews and HR rounds. During my
preparation phase for government examinations, I realized that almost all exams
had a round of viva voce at the end when one cleared the initial written tests.
I appeared in some of those after clearing the
preliminary rounds, and my stress during the initial days was converted into
excitement and hope of clearing them. Those tests checked the presence of mind,
personality, confidence, and subject knowledge.
While job hunting in India and abroad, I had many
opportunities to appear for such a viva voce. With increased experience, I
realized how important it is to express oneself and present the qualities the
interviewer seeks.
My latest viva voce was taken by an AI bot that asked
me questions based on my resume, and it was one of the most unique interview
experiences for me. This shows how quickly technology is revolutionizing our
lives.
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Each viva voce I appeared in, whether I passed that or not, gave me a perspective of the interviewer that I was unaware of. At
the same time, I was exposed to my shortcomings as well as that side of my
personality that I was unaware of.
When was the last time you appeared in an
interview? I would love to hear your story in the comments section.
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Swati Sarangi
29.11.2024
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Your post had me laughing and reflecting....it’s true that AI can throw out the questions, but it’s the human take that gives it all real significance!
ReplyDeleteYour post reminded me of so many of my viva voces. Although I find job interviews better than the viva voce that I had during graduation and post graduation. Those were disasters but somehow I got saved. Overall, I would prefer written tests over viva voce anyday!
ReplyDeleteJust today I heard someone telling me that students will be graded by AI bots after appearing for MCQ as part of their evaluation. AI is becoming powerful in every field and I find it interesting that it could conduct an Interview based on your resume. Times are changing but I think this might be less stressful than facing your teacher or a stranger.
ReplyDeleteIt is strange but true that I have barely given any interviews but as a spoken English Instructor, I did teach students interview skills and had mock group discussions as well.
ReplyDeleteIndeed viva voces play integral part in our lives because from childhood till we are pursuing our dreams we come across different forms of interviews which are in fact the different form of viva voces.
ReplyDeleteWhat a smartly framed piece! The satire really lands, especially the part about the AI being better prepared than most students. You’ve managed to make us laugh while raising real questions about the role of tech in education.
ReplyDeleteThe last interview I had appeared for was perhaps a decade back, I don't even remember for what job. I am eager to experience what an AI-generated Viva Voce would feel like.
ReplyDeleteI like how the post discusses the balance between tech efficiency and keeping that personal, human connection in oral exams. Leaves you thinking: is this where the future of academic assessment is headed?
ReplyDeleteI sucked at Viva's though even my present self wouldn't believe that! I laughed and laughed at 'I call that viva voce an official one because I don't consider those taken by relatives or guests when they visit us'! :)))) Mayuri/Sirimiri
ReplyDeleteReading this felt like a warm trip down memory lane for me. I remember my first viva, too, so nerve-wracking , but also exciting. The part about the AI interview made me smile; it’s crazy how things have changed.
ReplyDeleteAnjali Tripathi Upadhyay/Messymom
If I am not too wrong then I gave the Viva Voce last during my final year of Astrology course. I was not well but somehow came with flying colors... :)
ReplyDeleteWell-written, Swati. We all have had to pass through so many viva voce throughout our lives, isnt it? My recent one was a couple of months back when I had applied for a job.
ReplyDeleteI am not comfortable with AI replacing humans! I mean, where the hell the world is headed to? Lady time I appeared in an interview was 5 years back, for UPSC.
ReplyDeleteIt is ages since my Viva Voce days. AI looks to be interesting Platform all around though it seems to take our life by storm.
ReplyDeleteThis reminded me of my vice vice days of college and job hunting. How terrified we used to be even after preparing for it for hours! AI bot viva voce must be a different experience for sure.
ReplyDeleteReading the title of your post reminded me of the Chemistry practical exams. AI can take interviews but we need a human touch.
ReplyDeleteThis brought back memories of my own viva voce during science practical exams, I loved those! Your experience of taking a viva voce with an AI bot sounds so intriguing! Would love to know more about how that went!
ReplyDeleteViva voce by an AI really sounds so cool and interesting. I haven't had one before
ReplyDeleteThe last time I was in an interview was a couple of years ago for Blogchatter :) AI bot vivavoce sounds interesting. Maybe that's going to be our future.
ReplyDeleteYour post reminded me of my first ever oral test - as we used to call it in school. I was in LKG and was a teacher's pet those days :-)
ReplyDeleteSometimes, I get tensed looking at the leaps and bounds development of AI. It's sacry! Recently roles were reversed for the first time, as I went in as an external examinar to conduct a viva in my alma mater. That was a unique experience....
ReplyDeleteThe Viva jitters were real in our time! I just remembered my 12 practical day
ReplyDeleteMy friend gave multiple interviews for getting admission into MBA college. And every time he had a full fledged story about AI and interviewer. Also the viva mood and chaos is always stressful in that moment but laughable now!
ReplyDeleteThis post really struck a chord with me. 've experienced both traditional and AI-driven interviews. It's fascinating how each encounter reveals new facets of ourselves. Thank you for sharing this insightful journey!
ReplyDeleteHow was the AI viva different? I'm curious to know.
ReplyDeleteNoor Anand Chawla