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This study examined the influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on knowledge acquisitionamongstudents of the University of Benin. The study was guided by four specific objectives, whichsought to determine the extent of students’ awareness and utilization of AI tools, assess theimpact of AI on students’ learning outcomes, identify the challenges associated with AI useinacademic activities, and explore students’ perceptions of AI as a tool for enhancing knowledgeacquisition. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. A total of 200 respondentswere selected from various faculties within the University of Benin through a stratifiedrandomsampling technique. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzedusingdescriptive and inferential statistical tools. Findings revealed that a majority of the studentswere aware of and frequently used AI tools such as ChatGPT, Grammarly, and Google Bardforlearning and research purposes. The results further indicated that AI significantly enhancesstudents’ ability to access information, improve comprehension, and develop critical thinkingskills. However, challenges such as limited technical skills, unreliable internet access, andfearof academic dishonesty were identified as barriers to ef ective AI integration. The studyconcluded that AI serves as a powerful catalyst for knowledge acquisition when properly utilizedand recommended that the university provide training programs, stable internet facilities, andclear policies to guide the ethical use of AI in learning
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