LECTURERS’ PERCEPTIONS, READINESS AND CHALLENGES IN INTEGRATING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR INSTRUCTION IN KANO STATE COLLEGES OF EDUCATION

Abstract

The study investigated the lecturers’ perceptions, readiness and challenges in adopting AI tools for instruction in Colleges of Education in Kano State. A descriptive survey design was employed. A researcher-made questionnaire titled “Lecturers' Perception, Readiness and Challenges of Artificial Intelligence Tools Questionnaire (LPRCAITQ)” was used for data collection. The Data collected were analyzed with the use of both descriptive and inferential statistical tools. The findings revealed that lecturers in Colleges of Education Kano State have positive percieption on ethical consideration for adopting AI tools in teaching. The study further revealed some of the challenges confronting lecturers in the effective adoption of AI tools. The finding also revealed a significant relationship between the lecturer’s perception and readiness to integrate AI tools for teaching. The study  recommendation which include increased funding, enhanced training programs for lecturers, and research initiatives. The study concluded that while AI ethical framework has the potential to transform teaching and learning in Nigerian Colleges of Education, addressing infrastructural, training, and ethical challenges is essential for successful integration. The study recommended that institutions should invest in AI infrastructure, provide targeted training for lecturers, develop clear ethical guidelines and foster collaboration between AI developers and educators.