Cultivating a Culture of Lifelong Learning for Tertiary Institution Staff in Rivers State Through Artificial Intelligence

Abstract

This paper explores cultivating a culture of lifelong learning for tertiary institution staff in Rivers State through artificial intelligence. In light of the dynamic nature of the educational environment, it is imperative to adopt innovative strategies that enable educators to acquire the necessary skills and expertise to thrive in their professional capacities. Artificial intelligence (AI) provides a transformative avenue through which personalised learning routes, adaptive learning environments, data-driven insights, and virtual learning communities can be facilitated. Nevertheless, the process of integration also gives rise to significant ethical concerns that must be carefully examined. These concerns encompass issues such as the protection of data privacy, the potential for bias, the need for transparency, the promotion of equity, and the establishment of effective governance mechanisms. In order to optimise the advantages of AI-driven professional development while simultaneously tackling the aforementioned obstacles, the research proposed a holistic strategy encompassing personalised learning, stringent data privacy protocols, strategies to mitigate bias, transparent AI algorithms, principles of inclusive design, ethical governance frameworks, and ongoing monitoring and evaluation. By implementing these tactics, higher education institutions in Rivers State can effectively include artificial intelligence (AI) as a potent instrument for fostering a culture of ongoing professional development among educators, thereby augmenting the overall educational standards in the area.