Reimagining Nigerian Education System with AI Technology
Having spent more than two decades as a student within the Nigerian education system, along with the thoroughly enjoyed management-level exposure I gained from working for Mrs. Folasade Adefisayo in the Lagos State Government Ministry of Education, I have had a front-row view of the conscious efforts by both state and school administrators across Nigeria to transform educational outputs with technology and a data-driven leadership approach.
The recent launch of ChatGPT has thrust the term "AI," or "artificial intelligence," to the forefront of discussions and professional training in various fields, including education. I wholeheartedly agree with prior authors that AI offers significant opportunities to enhance educational systems, particularly in the realms of student learning and school operations.
Recognizing that many educators are not technology experts, I am thrilled to share this paper on the application of AI in Nigerian educational institutions. The objective is to foster a collective understanding of how AI can address our ongoing challenges. Within the educational community, numerous questions have arisen:
- What does it mean to integrate AI into education?
- How can you create a technology plan with AI at its core?
- What concrete benefits can you expect from AI integration in education?
- How can AI elevate the performance of students, educators, and your school's competitive advantage?
I have diligently addressed these questions, ensuring that the answers are tailored to the current educational landscape in Nigeria, drawing from my own first-hand experiences and education. I invite you to explore the attached PDF to gain insights into how AI can revolutionize educational operations and drive success within the Nigerian context.
I am eager to keep the conversation alive! I welcome inspiring discussions on AI from everyone on what AI applications spark your interest. What challenges do you foresee? Your perspectives are welcome. #AIinEducation hashtag#NigerianEducation hashtag#ChatGPT hashtag#Innovation hashtag#EducationTransformation
Special mentions to the following people for their cherished contributions to the final output: Folasade Adefisayo, Ayopeju Njideaka, Dr. Adetola Salau, Emmanuel Tarfa, Charles Nwosu, Harrison Obi, Rhoda Odigboh, Ajani Oluyemi, Obi Ebuka David, Yinka Adebiyi, Lanre Ogundipe.