Awareness and Utilization of Artificial Intelligence Tool (ChatGPT) amongst Undergraduates in Ambrose Alli University, Ekoma, Edo State​

Abstract

This study investigated the level of awareness, utilization, and challenges associated with the use of ChatGPT among undergraduates at Ambrose Alli University, Edo State, Nigeria. A sample size of 5,478 drawn from a population of 27,388 students of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma participated in this study. Four research questions guided the study.Descriptive statistics, including mean and standard deviation, were used to analyze the data. Results showed that 65% of the students were aware of ChatGPT, but only 18% used it frequently for academic purposes. Key challenges identified were poor internet access, high cost of data, and lack of technical awareness, among others. Based on the findings, the study concluded that while students are moderately aware of ChatGPT, infrastructural challenges and limited digital literacy hindered its optimal usage. The study therefore recommended; improve internet accessibility, provision of AI-focused training programs, and increase institutional support, among others.