Impact of Artificial intelligence in Curriculum Development in Nigerian Tertiary Education

Abstract

This study investigates the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on curriculum implementation in Nigerian tertiary  institutions. Drawing insights from a comprehensive review of existing literature and framed within the context of SelfDetermination  Theory (SDT), the research explores the multifaceted contributions of AI across various stages of curriculum development and execution.  The study reveals that AI technologies, including machine learning and natural language processing, play a pivotal role in enhancing  educational practices. Notably, AI facilitates personalized learning experiences, automates assessments, and optimizes curriculum design  by analyzing extensive datasets on student performance. The findings underscore the potential of AI to address scalability issues  in education, offering a dynamic approach to curriculum development that considers individual learner needs and ensures the delivery of  high-quality educational content. Moreover, the study identifies future prospects for AI in education, envisioning advancements in  adaptive learning systems, intelligent tutoring, and expanded applications of AI-driven virtual assistants. Despite the positive impacts, the  research acknowledges challenges, such as ethical concerns and the imperative for workforce re-skilling. The study concludes with  recommendations for increased governmental funding and effective deployment of AI technologies in tertiary institutions to harness the  full benefits of AI in shaping the future of education.