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The Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Music Education in Colleges of Education in North Central Zone, Nigeria

Oyaigbevwen Felix Omojuwa

Abstract

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education is rapidly transforming the landscape of various disciplines, including music education. As the use of AI technologies becomes more prevalent, educational institutions have begun to embrace these innovations to enhance learning experiences, promote creativity, and prepare students for the demands of a technologically advanced society. In music education specifically, AI tools can facilitate personalized instruction, automate feedback mechanisms, and support students in their practice routines. This study investigates the integration of AI in music education within colleges of education in the North Central Zone of Nigeria, which comprises Kogi, Niger, Nasarawa, Benue, Plateau, and Kwara states, aiming to assess its current state, perceived benefits, challenges, and necessary training recommendations. Utilizing a quantitative research approach, data were collected through structured surveys administered to music educators across various institutions. Findings reveal that only 10% of respondents reported full AI integration in their programs, while 60% indicated partial integration, with the Federal College of Education, Kontagora, having the highest percentage of partial integration at 60%. Additionally, AI tools such as SmartMusic (20-25%) and Yousician (10-20%) are commonly utilized among institutions, contributing to enhanced learning experiences (mean rating 4.3) and improved feedback mechanisms (mean rating 4.0). However, significant challenges were identified, including a lack of training (mean rating 4.0) and infrastructural issues (mean rating 3.7), which hinder the effective implementation of AI technologies. The study concludes that despite recognizing AIs potential to enrich music education, barriers such as insufficient training and technological limitations must be overcome. Recommendations include increasing funding for technological resources, developin

Keywords

Artificial Intelligencemusic educationcolleges of educationAI integration

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