Role of Artificial Intelligence in Education Planning and Administration: Implication for Higher Education in Nigeria

Abstract

The application of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence in education planning is timely as it offers new and interactive ways of teaching and learning.  In this paper, the role of artificial intelligence in education planning and administration: implication for higher education in Nigeria was assessed. Findings reveal that the application of artificial intelligence in education planning and administration in Nigeria boost assimilation rate in student thereby developing their domains of learning and increasing effectiveness. Results further show that in the use of artificial intelligence in education planning and administration, improved efficiency and reduced administrative burden, data-driven decision-making leading to better policies, enhanced learning experiences and student outcomes, equitable access to educational resources and improved teacher support and professional development were enhanced.   Based on these findings, it was recommended among others that investment in ICT infrastructure in schools and training educators and administrators on AI technologies should form Government policies and partnerships with tech companies in development of localized AI solutions tailored to Nigeria’s context should be prioritized.