A study on the awareness of artificial intelligence as an essential research tools among IIUM postgraduate

Mohd Nazir, Fatimah Shaakiryn and Md Nor, Nor Saadah (2025) A study on the awareness of artificial intelligence as an essential research tools among IIUM postgraduate. In: 7th International Conference on Libraries (ICOL) 2025 “Towards Sustainable Future Libraries”, Penang, Malaysia.

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Abstract

This study investigates AI awareness and adoption in academic research among IIUM postgraduate students. Using purposive sampling, data from 203 students were collected through a K.A.P (Knowledge, Attitude, Practice) model questionnaire and analysed with SPSS. Results show students have a moderately high awareness of AI in research (mean: 3.63). Major challenges include privacy concerns, unclear plagiarism guidelines, and a lack of funding for AI tools (mean scores above 4.00). Suggested solutions include free access to AI tools via the library, clear usage and plagiarism guidelines, and AI literacy workshops and tutorials. Understanding students’ AI awareness is crucial to addressing their challenges and improving support. The findings help guide university libraries and policymakers in supporting effective AI use. This study also highlights the need to teach AI skills in higher education, supporting research innovation and aligning with SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.

Item Type:	Proceeding Paper (Other)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Artificial Intelligence (AI), AI Awareness, Postgraduate Students, Academic Research, KAP Model, AI Adoption Challenges
Subjects:	A General Works > AI Indexes (General) T Technology > T Technology (General) Z Bibliography. Library Science. Information Resources > Z665 Library Science. Information Science
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Information and Communication Technology > Department of Library & Information Science Kulliyyah of Information and Communication Technology > Department of Library & Information Science
Depositing User:	Nor Sa'adah Md. Nor
Date Deposited:	31 Dec 2025 11:50
Last Modified:	31 Dec 2025 11:50
Queue Number:	2025-12-Q1183
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/126242

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