The Use Of Artificial Intelligence In The Teaching Of History In Nigeria: Challenges And Way Forward

This paper examined the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in enhancing the teaching of history in Nigeria. AI offers innovative solutions to improve engagement, personalisation and critical thinking among students. It further examined the potential of integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI)technologies into the teaching of history to enhance learning experiences and outcomes.Through a comprehensive examination of scholarly works and case studies, this paper provides insights into the transformative role of AI in shaping the future of history.The study identified various ways in which AI can be beneficial to the teaching of history, including personalised learning, adaptive assessment, enriched content delivery, immersive simulations, language support, data-driven insights, teacher support, and global collaboration, as well as motivating both teachers and learners for knowledge acquisition.By leveraging AIdriven tools, educators can create adaptive learning experiences, provide real-time feedback and develop more dynamic lesson plans.The paper also addresses the challenges associated with implementing AI in the teaching of history, including access to technology, teacher training, and ethical considerations, and it also highlights the importance of ethical considerations and equitable access to technology.Ultimately, this study highlights how AI can revolutionise the teaching of history in Nigeria, and foster a more informed, culturally aware and critically thinking generation of students, not only enhancing student understanding of societal, cultural and historical contexts but also supporting teachers in delivering more effective instruction.