Knowledge, attitude, and practice toward AI use among health profession students in a Malaysian public university

Faisal, Anis Faeza and Ahmad Mizher, Hussam Abdeljabar and Zaini, Syahrir and Abdallah, Qasem M. and Abdallah, Mohammad (2025) Knowledge, attitude, and practice toward AI use among health profession students in a Malaysian public university. In: 2025 12th International Conference on Information Technology, 27-30 May 2025, Jordan.

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Abstract

Abstract— Introduction: Artificial intelligence (AI) has evolved rapidly into an effective tool in educational and healthcare settings. The purpose of this research is to assess the knowledge, awareness, and attitudes of healthcare students regarding AI and its use in medical education. Methods: A webbased survey was distributed through email and WhatsApp to 247 health students at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). Demographics, Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) questionnaire answers, and perceived healthcare education barriers for AI adoption were collected. Associations between variables were analyzed. Results: Of the respondents, 66 (26.7%) were male, and 181 (73.3%) were female. The majority demonstrated a high level of knowledge (72.5%), a strong positive attitude (96.8%), and frequent AIrelated practices (80.6%). Most students recognized that AI requires extensive labeled data for learning, and over half emphasized the importance of understanding AI's ethical implications. The most common AI-related activity was exam preparation. Despite their overall positive attitude, many students do not actively engage with AI tools, indicating potential barriers such as limited access or training. Conclusion: This study highlights a generally positive perception of AI among healthcare students at IIUM Kuantan Campus. However, the gap between positive attitudes and practical engagement suggests a need for improved AI training and accessibility in medical education.

Item Type:	Proceeding Paper (Invited Papers)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare Education, Knowledge, Attitude, Practice, Healthcare students
Subjects:	R Medicine > RM Therapeutics. Pharmacology
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Pharmacy > Department of Basic Medical Sciences Kulliyyah of Pharmacy > Department of Pharmacy Practice Kulliyyah of Pharmacy
Depositing User:	Dr Hussam Abdeljabar Mizher
Date Deposited:	07 Jul 2025 16:14
Last Modified:	07 Jul 2025 16:14
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/121946

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