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Game Changer: Praxis AI and fieldXperience Score Big with AI-Powered March Madness Challenge

Convo mode let students talk with Syl, their AI coach: 94% of teachers saw better engagement with math.

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When Praxis AI joined forces with fieldXperience for the 2025 NCAA March Madness Syllabus Challenge, we elevated an already successful program. First implemented in 2024, AI-Syl captivated teachers and students—but this year's addition of our groundbreaking Convo mode took engagement to championship levels by allowing teachers and students to actually talk with their basketball-loving AI coach.

MEET SYL

Your Students' New MVP

Syl—part turtle, part dinosaur, part armadillo, and 100% engaging digital coach—initially connected with students through text in 2024. In 2025, we unveiled Convo mode, powered by our proprietary Web RTC (Real-Time Communications) technology, transforming Syl into a truly conversational companion students can speak with naturally. This technology, first showcased in our digital twin professors, creates a dynamic voice interface that responds in real-time as students bounce ideas about:

  • Bracket Challenge: Discussing statistics and probability with Syl through natural conversation
  • Sustainability Challenge: Brainstorming environmental projects through voice interaction
  • Mascot Challenge: Describing creative designs verbally and getting immediate feedback
  • Careers Challenge: Engaging in authentic career conversations beyond traditional text
Syl, the AI coach: a cartoon turtle-dinosaur-armadillo in a basketball jersey, holding a ball on court
Syl

THE TECH BEHIND THE MAGIC

Convo Mode Explained

Convo mode represents our latest breakthrough in educational AI technology. Built on Web RTC architecture and integrated with our Neural Engine, it delivers:

  • True conversational flow: Unlike basic voice commands, Convo mode enables back-and-forth dialogue that feels natural
  • Real-time processing: Multi-modal AI interactions achieve minimal latency which means conversations flow naturally without awkward pauses
  • Emotional intelligence: Syl recognizes tone, enthusiasm, and hesitation, adapting responses accordingly
  • Accessibility advantages: Opening participation for students with different learning needs

THE STATS DON'T LIE

Unprecedented Results

  • 50%increase in program participation across multiple states
  • 94%of teachers reported improved student engagement with math concepts
  • 82%of students preferred voice interaction over text for complex topics