Pharmacy students’ perception and knowledge of chat-based artificial intelligence tools at a Nigerian University
Abstract Background Chat-based Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, such as ChatGPT®, are becoming integral to various aspects of pharmacy education. However, their integration into the curriculum faces challenges due to students’ varying levels of knowledge and perceptions. This study aimed to evalu...
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| author | Edidiong Orok Chidera Okaramee Bethel Egboro Esther Egbochukwu Khairat Bello Samuel Etukudo Mark-Solomon Ogologo Precious Onyeka Obinna Etukokwu Mesileya Kolawole Ameerah Orire Inimuvie Ekada Oluwole Akawa |
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| description | Abstract Background Chat-based Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, such as ChatGPT®, are becoming integral to various aspects of pharmacy education. However, their integration into the curriculum faces challenges due to students’ varying levels of knowledge and perceptions. This study aimed to evaluate pharmacy students’ knowledge and perception of chat-based AI tools at Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria (ABUAD). It also assessed their familiarity with these tools and their usage patterns. Method A cross-sectional online survey was conducted from March to April 2024 among undergraduate pharmacy students, selected through random sampling. Student knowledge was categorised as good or poor while perception was grouped into positive or negative. Data analysis was conducted using Statistical Product and Service Solutions version 27. Results A total of 252 students participated in this study with the majority being female (72.2%). Most students (88%, n = 222) were familiar with chat-based AI tools, with ChatGPT® being the most commonly used (82.8%) for assignments and studying. Students generally showed a positive perception of the tools, with 85.3% believing it enhances academic performance. Concerns were raised about potential distractions (65.7%) and the risk of academic dishonesty (65.1%). Students with prior AI education (p < 0.001), higher levels of study (p = 0.011), and prior awareness (p < 0.001) demonstrated significantly higher knowledge scores. Conclusion Pharmacy students at ABUAD demonstrated good knowledge of chat-based AI tools and generally positive perceptions towards its use. The study underscores the need to integrate AI education into the pharmacy curriculum to address knowledge gaps and better prepare students for future technological advancements. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-4b3f8037dfbd437babebc577bc71f1992025-08-20T02:18:33ZengBMCBMC Medical Education1472-69202024-10-0124111110.1186/s12909-024-06255-8Pharmacy students’ perception and knowledge of chat-based artificial intelligence tools at a Nigerian UniversityEdidiong Orok0Chidera Okaramee1Bethel Egboro2Esther Egbochukwu3Khairat Bello4Samuel Etukudo5Mark-Solomon Ogologo6Precious Onyeka7Obinna Etukokwu8Mesileya Kolawole9Ameerah Orire10Inimuvie Ekada11Oluwole Akawa12Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Public Health, College of Pharmacy, Afe Babalola UniversityCollege of Pharmacy, Afe Babalola UniversityCollege of Pharmacy, Afe Babalola UniversityCollege of Pharmacy, Afe Babalola UniversityCollege of Pharmacy, Afe Babalola UniversityCollege of Pharmacy, Afe Babalola UniversityCollege of Pharmacy, Afe Babalola UniversityCollege of Pharmacy, Afe Babalola UniversityCollege of Pharmacy, Afe Babalola UniversityCollege of Pharmacy, Afe Babalola UniversityCollege of Pharmacy, Afe Babalola UniversityDepartment of Clinical Pharmacy and Public Health, College of Pharmacy, Afe Babalola UniversityDepartment of Pharmaceutical and Medicinal Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, Afe Babalola UniversityAbstract Background Chat-based Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, such as ChatGPT®, are becoming integral to various aspects of pharmacy education. However, their integration into the curriculum faces challenges due to students’ varying levels of knowledge and perceptions. This study aimed to evaluate pharmacy students’ knowledge and perception of chat-based AI tools at Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria (ABUAD). It also assessed their familiarity with these tools and their usage patterns. Method A cross-sectional online survey was conducted from March to April 2024 among undergraduate pharmacy students, selected through random sampling. Student knowledge was categorised as good or poor while perception was grouped into positive or negative. Data analysis was conducted using Statistical Product and Service Solutions version 27. Results A total of 252 students participated in this study with the majority being female (72.2%). Most students (88%, n = 222) were familiar with chat-based AI tools, with ChatGPT® being the most commonly used (82.8%) for assignments and studying. Students generally showed a positive perception of the tools, with 85.3% believing it enhances academic performance. Concerns were raised about potential distractions (65.7%) and the risk of academic dishonesty (65.1%). Students with prior AI education (p < 0.001), higher levels of study (p = 0.011), and prior awareness (p < 0.001) demonstrated significantly higher knowledge scores. Conclusion Pharmacy students at ABUAD demonstrated good knowledge of chat-based AI tools and generally positive perceptions towards its use. The study underscores the need to integrate AI education into the pharmacy curriculum to address knowledge gaps and better prepare students for future technological advancements.https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-024-06255-8Artificial intelligencePharmacy educationStudent perceptionChat-based AI toolsNigeria |
| spellingShingle | Edidiong Orok Chidera Okaramee Bethel Egboro Esther Egbochukwu Khairat Bello Samuel Etukudo Mark-Solomon Ogologo Precious Onyeka Obinna Etukokwu Mesileya Kolawole Ameerah Orire Inimuvie Ekada Oluwole Akawa Pharmacy students’ perception and knowledge of chat-based artificial intelligence tools at a Nigerian University BMC Medical Education Artificial intelligence Pharmacy education Student perception Chat-based AI tools Nigeria |
| title | Pharmacy students’ perception and knowledge of chat-based artificial intelligence tools at a Nigerian University |
| title_full | Pharmacy students’ perception and knowledge of chat-based artificial intelligence tools at a Nigerian University |
| title_fullStr | Pharmacy students’ perception and knowledge of chat-based artificial intelligence tools at a Nigerian University |
| title_full_unstemmed | Pharmacy students’ perception and knowledge of chat-based artificial intelligence tools at a Nigerian University |
| title_short | Pharmacy students’ perception and knowledge of chat-based artificial intelligence tools at a Nigerian University |
| title_sort | pharmacy students perception and knowledge of chat based artificial intelligence tools at a nigerian university |
| topic | Artificial intelligence Pharmacy education Student perception Chat-based AI tools Nigeria |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-024-06255-8 |
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