ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP EDUCATION RESEARCH IN SOUTH-SOUTH NIGERIA

Abstract

This study investigated the Artificial Intelligence (AI) and entrepreneurship education research in South-South Nigeria. The study developed three specific objectives focusing on the current level of AI integration, perceptions of its use, and associated challenges. A descriptive survey design was employed, involving a sample of 250 respondents from various private and public tertiary institutions in south-south Nigeria. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire designed on Likert scale format ranging from "Strongly agree, agree, disagree and strongly disagree response with 15 items. The overall reliability coefficient obtained was 0.82, indicating a high level of internal consistency and confirming that the instrument was reliable for measuring the study variables. The data collected was analyzed through descriptive and inferential statistics, including independent t-tests. The findings indicated a high level of AI integration and generally positive perceptions among educators and students. Challenges such as insufficient training, high costs, and limited resources were identified. Significant differences were found in the challenges faced by private versus public institutions, while no significant differences were observed in AI integration levels or perceptions between the two types of institutions. The study recommended amongst others that to address the challenge of insufficient training, both private and public institutions should implement comprehensive AI training programs for educators and students in south-south Nigeria