Harnessing Artificial Intelligence in Teaching Ghanaian Colleges of Education in the 21st Century: Enhancing Quality Teaching, Student Research, and Learning Abilities
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https://doi.org/10.54536/ajmri.v4i3.4457Keywords:
AI Applications, Artificial Intelligence, Education Technology, Ghana, Teacher EducationAbstract
This study investigates the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to transform teaching and learning practices within Ghanaian Colleges of Education in the 21st century. It explores the opportunities AI offers to enhance the quality of teaching, foster student research capabilities, and improve overall learning outcomes. The research examines specific AI applications relevant to the Ghanaian context, focusing on tools such as ChatGPT, Scite-ci, Ellicit, Mendeley, Zotero, Google Scholar Litmaps, Quillbot, and PaperPal alongside more general applications like personalized learning platforms, intelligent tutoring systems, AI-powered assessment tools, and AI-driven research assistants. The study investigates how these technologies can address challenges such as teacher workload, access to resources, and diverse student needs. Methodologically, the study employed a mixed-methods approach, combining a review of relevant literature with both qualitative and quantitative data collection. A sample of 400 teacher trainees from four colleges of education in Ghana participated and were selected using a stratified sampling technique. Data collection utilized surveys, interviews, classroom observations, and questionnaires to comprehensively understand the current state and perceived impact of AI. Data analysis focused on identifying perceived benefits, challenges, and best practices for integrating AI and triangulating findings across multiple data sources. The findings highlight the need for strategic investments in infrastructure, teacher training, and policy frameworks to facilitate the successful adoption of AI in teacher education. The study concludes by offering recommendations for policymakers, college administrators, and educators to effectively harness the power of AI to prepare future teachers for the demands of the 21st-century classroom and equip them to foster lifelong learning in their students.
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