Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to computer systems that are capable of performing tasks traditionally associated with human intelligence, such as making predictions, identifying objects, interpreting speech, and generating natural language.
High-profile applications of AI include advanced web search engines (e.g., Google Search); recommendation systems (used by YouTube, Amazon, and Netflix); virtual assistants (e.g., Google Assistant, Siri, and Alexa); autonomous vehicles (e.g., Waymo); and generative and creative tools (e.g., Chatgpt and AI art).
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In academics, Traditional methods that include textbooks, note-taking, and lectures have been the norms for centuries, but Artificial Intelligence (AI) has developed into a powerful tool that Academics can exploit for their research, writing, and cooperation in recent years. While some students adopt AI for personalized learning and simplifying difficult concepts, others, however, are concerned about its impact on traditional methods.
Several students find AI to be a valuable tool in their exam preparation, using it to simplify complex topics and enhance their study efficiency. In preparing for an examination, there are roles that AI plays when students make use of it. This report highlights the perspectives of students concerning the roles of AI when preparing for examinations.
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Akamihe Ijeoma, a 400-level Law student at Bingham University, said that the most common AI tool, ChatGPT has made her study easier and faster by providing important doctrinal and non-doctrinal details.
Tiamiyu Kudirat, a 300-level Accounting student at Obafemi Awolowo University, finds the tool helpful in understanding accounting principles.
Also, Ajayi Oyindamola, a 500-level Computer Science student at the University of Ibadan, admits that AI tools like Chatgpt enhance academic work and exam preparation. She also feels that AI can examine areas of a topic that may not have been noticed in traditional study methods.
Michael Jesse Ayokunle, a 300-level student in the ASE department, at Obafemi Awolowo University, sees AI as a tool that improves the quality of academic work, helping students understand course concepts and he doesn’t think AI leads to cheating or academic dishonesty and feels there should be no restrictions on its use.
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For these undergraduate students, ChatGPT is seen as a means that improves their academic experience, making the exam preparation process and academic work effortless and productive.
Some students, however, use ChatGPT from time to time but do not rely on it as a primary source for their study routine. Akande Joy, a 200-level Psychology student at Obafemi Awolowo University, discovered it helpful for understanding the context of her textbooks, as they may be complex, but doesn’t consider it an important element of her study process.
Dunmoye Ayobami Desmond, a 300-level Medicine student at Obafemi Awolowo University, makes use of the tool occasionally but hasn’t noticed any significant impact on his exam preparation. These students see ChatGPT more as an additional tool that adds value in certain situations, but not as a primary resource for their academic work.
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A small number of students do not find ChatGPT helpful in their studies, either because they prefer traditional methods or feel that it doesn’t offer value in their specific field of study. Abiola Oyindamola, a 300-level English student at Obafemi Awolowo University, has never used the tool, favouring more traditional study techniques.
Likewise, Ojo David, a 300-level Mass Communication Student at Obafemi Awolowo University, argues that ChatGPT can generate similar answers for users, and it can lead to issues of originality, especially during exams. He also believes that lecturers might suspect students of plagiarism if they use the tool, as their answers may appear similar. David also indicated that ChatGPT doesn’t provide up-to-date information, making reference to when he asked for historical data and received statistics from 2022. This, to him, restricts the tool’s usefulness.
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Students’ views on how ChatGPT plays a role in exam preparation show a diverse range of perspectives. Most people see it as a valuable and time-saving tool that helps to break down complex topics and improve their learning experience. These various viewpoints emphasize the fact that the usefulness of ChatGPT in exam preparation is not a general solution, and it depends on each student’s preferences and needs
As regards incorporating AI tools like ChatGPT into education, it is important to look into the diverse needs and preferences of students. While many may benefit from these technologies, others may find them less important to their learning process. To make the most of AI in education, there is a need to ensure that these tools are flexible and adaptable, allowing students to choose how they want to include them in their study routines. This approach will help to create a personalised and effective educational experience for all.