The influence of ChatGPT on digital learning: Experience among university students

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Auteur principal: Komba, Mercy Mlay
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https://scholar.mzumbe.ac.tz/handle/123456789/1033
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spelling oai:null:123456789-10332024-08-12T04:56:29Z The influence of ChatGPT on digital learning: Experience among university students Komba, Mercy Mlay Academicperformance Cognitive benefits Social influence Challenges User-friendliness AI chatbots ChatGPT Digital learning experience The authors declare that they have no affiliations with or involvement in any organization or entity with any financial interests in the subject matter or materials discussed in this manuscript. Purpose This study aims to investigate the influence of ChatGPT, an AI-based chatbot, on the digital learning experience of students at Mzumbe University. Design/methodology/approach This study adopted a qualitative research design to gather in-depth insights from participants. Semi-structured interviews and an analysis of previous chat content were used as primary sources of data. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the qualitative data, allowing for the exploration of participants’ perspectives, experiences and opinions regarding the integration of ChatGPT into the learning process. Findings The results of the study demonstrated that ChatGPT is widely used in educational contexts and has a positive influence on students’ study habits, academic performance, and understanding of course material. Students appreciated the system’s simplicity, tailored instructions, and the promptness and accuracy of the responses. Despite the possibility of isolated mistakes. Research limitations/implications It is important to recognize the limitations of this study. First, the sample size was small, limiting the broad application of the results. Second, this study’s narrow emphasis on students at Mzumbe University limits its applicability in other situations. Furthermore, depending on self-reported experiences, biases, such as individual interpretation or recollection bias, can occur. Practical implications Educators can maximize ChatGPT in the classroom by using study insights. Its advantages, such as effectiveness and enhanced performance, highlight the possibility for student-centered learning. Practitioners are guided by their awareness of problems, such as probable errors. Constant updates guarantee ChatGPT’s applicability and provide educators with useful advice. Social implications Peer impact is highlighted in this study concerning social factors on the adoption of AI in education. Resolving issues preserves public confidence. Views influence public opinion and direct policymakers in discussions about safe AI use. It influences public attitudes while navigating the ethical integration of AI. Originality/value This study offers insightful information about the impact of ChatGPT on digital learning in Tanzania’s higher education. It makes innovative research contributions that enhance educational practices and emphasizes the advantages, difficulties and demands of responsible usage in the context of AI-based chatbots. This study was not supported by any grant. 2024-08-12T04:56:25Z 2024-08-12T04:56:25Z 2024 Article APA https://doi.org/10.1108/GKMC-10-2023-0390 https://scholar.mzumbe.ac.tz/handle/123456789/1033 en_US application/pdf Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication
spellingShingle Academicperformance
Cognitive benefits
Social influence
Challenges
User-friendliness
AI chatbots
ChatGPT
Digital learning experience
Komba, Mercy Mlay
The influence of ChatGPT on digital learning: Experience among university students
title The influence of ChatGPT on digital learning: Experience among university students
title_full The influence of ChatGPT on digital learning: Experience among university students
title_fullStr The influence of ChatGPT on digital learning: Experience among university students
title_full_unstemmed The influence of ChatGPT on digital learning: Experience among university students
title_short The influence of ChatGPT on digital learning: Experience among university students
title_sort influence of chatgpt on digital learning experience among university students
topic Academicperformance
Cognitive benefits
Social influence
Challenges
User-friendliness
AI chatbots
ChatGPT
Digital learning experience
url https://doi.org/10.1108/GKMC-10-2023-0390
https://scholar.mzumbe.ac.tz/handle/123456789/1033
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