Lecturers’ Perceptions on the Integration of Artificial Intelligence Tools into Teaching Practice

Higher education has witnessed a massive transformation due to the advent of generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies such as ChatGPT. In essence, AI has transformed various aspects of society as a whole. Despite the growing interest in applying AI tools such as ChatGPT in higher education, there is limited understanding of lecturers’ perceptions regarding their use in teaching and learning contexts. Studies reported in the literature have not comprehensively explored lecturers’ attitudes towards AI adoption, particularly in terms of its impact on classroom activities, assessment, and feedback. This study aims to fill this gap by qualitatively studying lecturers’ perspectives. The findings reveal that the advent of AI was met with mixed feelings among lecturers. Some lecturers embraced AI technologies and developed mechanisms for utilizing them in the classroom, while others resisted the change. This research is significant, as it can inform best practices and guide future implementation strategies of technologies in education.