Deployment of ChatGPT in Nigerian Universities: Addressing Research Challenges and Ethical Considerations
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Research, ChatGPT, Ethics, Universities, NigeriaAbstract
The research landscape in Nigerian universities faces significant hurdles, hampering both the quantity and quality of academic output. This has hindered national development and industrialization. However, the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots, notably ChatGPT, presents a promising avenue for revolutionizing academia. Nonetheless, their integration raises ethical concerns. To address these issues, this study explores leveraging ChatGPT to surmount research obstacles in Nigerian academia while fostering sustainable growth. Through a desk review spanning reputable databases like Scopus, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar, insights were gleaned and synthesized via content analysis. The findings revealed that ChatGPT stands to enhance research accessibility, reduce costs, aid comprehension and writing, facilitate collaboration, and support various research aspects. However, ethical dilemmas such as knowledge bias, privacy, and erosion of critical thinking must be navigated. The study outcome aligns with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4 (advocating for quality education), and offers recommendations for responsible ChatGPT integration. Researchers, educators, and policymakers are urged to adopt ChatGPT judiciously, adhering to ethical guidelines to maximize its benefits while mitigating potential drawbacks in the Nigerian educational landscape.
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