Application of Artificial Intelligence in Nigerian Universities’ Education for 21st Century Skills Development
Author : Chinwe Sussan OGUEJIOFOR, Daniel Osamwonyi IYOHA, Aloysius Colman Chukwuemeka Ezeabasili, Ifeoma Eucharia Obi, Chikezie Godson Chukwuma and Amaka Angela Ekwesianya
Abstract :
Due to the significant impact of artificial intelligence in the developed countries, this paper addresses the need for the application of artificial intelligence in Nigerian universities’ education for effective 21st century skills development among undergraduate students in Nigeria. It intends to explore the complexities of integrating Generative (AI), into Nigerian universities’ education programme while navigating its challenges and prospects. Drawing on theoretical frameworks and practical insights, it seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of AI's transformative potential in education. Academic knowledge contents alone are no longer sufficient to prepare undergraduate students in Nigeria for the competitive world. With increasing global competitiveness, undergraduates need the drive for skills that are challenging and inspiring to thrive in today’s world. Also examined is the application of artificial intelligence for 21st century skills development for sustainable lifelong learning in university`s education program. It further examines the prospects and challenges associated with the application of Generative Artificial Intelligence into Nigerian universities’ educational programmes. A modest attempt to clarify the concept of artificial intelligence is made. AI in Nigerian Universities education, 21st-century skills development, prospects of AI for Nigerian Universities education and ultimately the challenges in implementing AI in Nigerian Universities programme were discussed. Finally, it advocates AI for Nigerian Universities education despite its numerous challenges in implementing it in educational program, draws conclusion and offers key recommendations.
Keywords :
Artificial intelligence (AI), undergraduate education, skills development, university and generative artificial intelligence.
