ROLE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) IN ENHANCING STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN THE UNIVERSITY OF CALABAR, NIGERIA
Elizabeth Odije Patrick
Department of Adult and Continuing Education
Faculty of Vocational and Entrepreneurial Education
University of Calabar, Calabar - Nigeria.
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Abstract
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into higher education has significantly transformed the teaching and learning process across the globe. Artificial intelligence technologies are increasingly being adopted in universities to enhance learning outcomes, support academic research, and improve students’ academic performance. This paper examines the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing students’ academic performance in the University of Calabar, Nigeria. Using an analytical and opinion-based approach grounded in contemporary literature, the study explores the conceptual foundations of artificial intelligence, its applications in higher education, and its implications for student learning outcomes. The paper argues that artificial intelligence has the capacity to improve students’ academic performance through personalized learning systems, intelligent tutoring technologies, automated feedback mechanisms, and AI-assisted research tools. These innovations enable students to access educational resources more efficiently, enhance critical thinking skills, and improve the quality of academic research. However, the adoption of artificial intelligence in higher education also raises important concerns relating to academic integrity, digital inequality, ethical considerations, and the risk of overdependence on automated systems. Drawing from global experiences and the Nigerian educational context, the study concludes that artificial intelligence can significantly improve students’ academic performance if properly integrated into institutional learning systems. The paper recommends that Nigerian universities should develop institutional policies regulating the ethical use of artificial intelligence, integrate AI literacy into academic curricula, and invest in digital infrastructure that supports innovative learning environments.
Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Academic Performance, Higher Education, University of Calabar, Nigeria. Download Pdf