An Examination of Artificial Intelligence Integration within Kuwaiti Middle School Computer Science Curricula: A Descriptive and Analytical Study | ||
| المجلة الدولية للتعليم الإلکتروني | ||
| Volume 16, Issue 1, May 2025, Pages 759-785 PDF (623.04 K) | ||
| Document Type: البحوث والدراسات والمقالات المستوفاة للقواعد العلمية المتعارف عليها، والتى يجريها أو يشارک فى إجرائها أعضاء هيئة التدريس والباحثون فى الجامعات ومراکز البحوث المصرية والعربية، وذلک باللغتين العربية والإنجليزية . | ||
| DOI: 10.21608/ijel.2025.459345 | ||
| Author | ||
| Prof. Ammar H. . Safar | ||
| Institution: Kuwait University, College of Education, Department of Curriculum and Teaching Methods. | ||
| Abstract | ||
| Abstract This study meticulously investigated the extent to which artificial intelligence (AI) concepts and applications are integrated into the intermediate school (grades six through nine) computer science curricula within the State of Kuwait. Employing a quantitative descriptive methodology and content analysis, the research utilized a meticulously developed and validated content analysis card comprising 35 indicators across five fundamental AI domains: data analysis and structuring, AI applications, AI programming, physical computing, and machine learning and deep learning. The unit of analysis was the idea/topic, chosen for its suitability to the study’s objectives. The sample encompassed eight computer science textbooks specifically designed for the intermediate level during the 2024/2025 school year. The findings of this research reveal a stark absence of AI topics, concepts, and applications within the examined computer science curricula for grades six through nine in Kuwait. Notably, the analysis indicated a 0.00% inclusion/integration rate across all five AI domains in all eight student textbooks. This demonstrates that the current computer science curriculum for the intermediate level entirely lacks any AI-related content. Based on these findings, the study offers several key recommendations: (1) Seamlessly incorporate AI concepts, applications, and ethical considerations into all computer science textbooks; (2) Revise textbooks in all subjects to integrate current technological advancements, with a particular focus on including the definition, practical applications, and ethical implications of AI; (3) Develop interactive digital/electronic content that leverages AI technologies for enhanced teaching and learning experiences; (4) Equip faculty with comprehensive knowledge of AI, its ethical considerations, and practical applications to cultivate an informed student body; (5) Provide thorough training for teachers and administrators on effectively integrating AI into teaching and learning practices; and (6) Allocate adequate resources and support for the successful integration of AI within the teaching and learning environment. Keywords: artificial intelligence, AI, AI concepts, AI applications, AI ethics, AI integration/inclusion into curricula, computer science curricula, intermediate/middle school/stage, PreK-12 education, general education, State of Kuwait. | ||
| Keywords | ||
| An Examination of Artificial Intelligence Integration within Kuwaiti Middle School Computer Science Curricula: A Descriptive and Analytical Study | ||
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