An Assessment of the Understanding of Artificial Intelligence Concepts Among Undergraduate Students in Developing Countries

This research investigates the discrepancy between the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence (AI) and the readiness of local university students in Lebanon to embrace these advancements. Specifically, it aims to evaluate their capacity to acquire AI skills and apply them effectively. To accomplish the research objectives, the researcher emphasized the significance of artificial intelligence in the educational domain, particularly higher education. The study assessed the level of comprehension and awareness among local university students in Lebanon regarding the fundamental purpose of artificial intelligence. To attain the results and recommendations that serve the main research objective, the researcher formulated two primary hypotheses: (1) to determine the degree of familiarity among local university students in Lebanon with artificial intelligence skills and (2) to assess the extent of awareness regarding the significance of artificial intelligence applications in the targeted universities. To achieve the intended goal, the researcher employed a descriptive analytical approach to comprehensively explore the subject matter. The study relied on a collection of relevant literature in the theoretical section and utilized a questionnaire with a random sample of students from selected Lebanese universities in the applied section. The questionnaire was designed to assess the participants' understanding of artificial intelligence skills and applications. In conclusion, the researcher analyzed the questionnaire data using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) to identify the key findings. Statistical techniques were employed to examine the responses collected from the study participants.