Examining the Credibility of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Educational Management: Implications for Administration and Planning
- Uzoigwe Michael Chukwudi1, Umoh Roseline Aniekan2, Sunday Godwin Imoh3
- 1,2University of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River State, 3University of Uyo
The significant advancement of AI has permeated various aspects of human life, including the field of education. The rapid integration of AI-powered tools in school management has enhanced effectiveness and efficiency in achieving educational goals, such as improved accuracy in enrollment forecasting, optimized resource allocation, streamlined teacher recruitment, efficient scheduling, data visualization for equity and inclusion, and customized curriculum development. AI has the potential to transform educational management dimensions without replacing human efforts. This paper examines the diverse applications of AI-powered tools in educational planning, administration, and supervision, including the use of large-scale algorithms to develop AI models for these purposes. It also explores the application of AI in organizing, directing, coordinating, staffing, and budgeting within the educational context. Furthermore, the paper evaluates the roles of administrators in AI-based school management and addresses the challenges associated with implementing AI-powered tools in educational planning, administration, and supervision. Strategies for overcoming these challenges are presented. In conclusion, the deployment of AI-powered tools in educational planning, administration, and supervision has its strengths and weaknesses. Therefore, policymakers, school administrators, teachers, and other stakeholders must collaborate to develop robust strategies for maximizing the benefits of AI while mitigating associated risks. The integration of AI in educational planning, administration, and supervision has the potential to revolutionize educational management, improve curriculum planning, enhance resource administration, support program supervision, and equip school managers with the necessary competencies in the AI era.