%0 Journal Article
%T Assessment of Knowledge and Perceptions of Generative AI Tools like ChatGPT among Undergraduate Pharmacy Students in Nigeria
%A Nur Aisyah Rahim
%A Farah N. Ismail
%J Annals of Pharmacy Education, Safety, and Public Health Advocacy
%@ 3108-4850
%D 2022
%V 2
%N 1
%R 10.51847/WsXoJZvIRP
%P 59-71
%X Conversational Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications, including ChatGPT®, are increasingly embedded in pharmacy education. Nevertheless, incorporating these technologies into academic curricula is challenged by differences in students’ knowledge levels and attitudes. This research sought to assess the knowledge and perceptions of pharmacy students regarding chat-based AI tools at Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria (ABUAD). In addition, it examined students’ awareness of these tools and how they are utilized. A cross-sectional web-based survey was carried out between March and April 2024 among undergraduate pharmacy students, who were selected using random sampling techniques. Knowledge levels were classified as either good or poor, while perceptions were categorized as positive or negative. Statistical analysis was performed using Statistical Product and Service Solutions version 27.

The study included 252 respondents, most of whom were female (72.2%). A large proportion of students (88%, n = 222) reported being aware of chat-based AI tools, with ChatGPT® identified as the most frequently used platform (82.8%), mainly for academic assignments and study purposes. Overall, students expressed favorable perceptions, as 85.3% agreed that these tools improve academic performance. However, concerns were noted regarding possible distractions (65.7%) and the potential for academic misconduct (65.1%). Significantly higher knowledge scores were observed among students with prior AI-related education (p < 0.001), those in advanced levels of study (p = 0.011), and those previously aware of AI tools (p < 0.001). Pharmacy students at ABUAD exhibited satisfactory knowledge of chat-based AI technologies and generally positive attitudes toward their application. These findings highlight the importance of incorporating AI-focused instruction into the pharmacy curriculum to bridge knowledge gaps and adequately prepare students for emerging technological developments.
%U https://smerpub.com/article/assessment-of-knowledge-and-perceptions-of-generative-ai-tools-like-chatgpt-among-undergraduate-phar-wrlankkkbac7iwp