Exploring faculty perceptions and concerns regarding artificial intelligence Chatbots in nursing education: potential...

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
• Educational Technology

Background:

• Artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots are increasingly present in higher education.
• Understanding faculty perceptions is crucial for effective integration into nursing curricula.

Purpose of the Study:

• To examine nursing faculty perceptions of AI chatbots in education.
• To identify usage patterns, perceived benefits, and limitations.
• To assess factors influencing faculty adoption.

Main Methods:

• A cross-sectional survey of 474 nursing faculty from Jordan and the United States.
• Data analysis included descriptive statistics and Multivariate Analysis of Covariance.
• Examined perceptions based on AI chatbot usage frequency and faculty characteristics.

Main Results:

• 82.5% of faculty were familiar with AI chatbots.
• Benefits cited include enhanced teaching, student engagement, and access to knowledge.
• Concerns involve misinformation, reduced interaction, and ethical issues.
• Frequent users showed higher awareness of both advantages and limitations.

Conclusions:

• Hands-on experience with AI chatbots enhances faculty awareness of their capabilities and challenges.
• Perceived benefits are the primary drivers of faculty adoption.
• Institutions should highlight practical advantages and provide training to address concerns and ethical considerations.