Effectiveness of Using Artificial Intelligence on Management of Curriculum and Instruction in Public Secondary Schools in Kiambu County, Kenya
Mary Mugwe Chui
School of Education
Mount Kenya University
ORCD: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1493-8676
Email: mugwemary01@gmail.com
Abstract: Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools are important in improving curriculum and instruction in schools. Despite this assertion, status of curriculum and instruction in public secondary schools in Kiambu County is still low with many students registering low grades in KCSE, infrequent professional development of teachers and slow integration of technology in instruction. Thus, this study sought to examine the effectiveness of artificial intelligence on management of curriculum and instruction in public secondary schools. The study was anchored on artificial intelligence theory. The study adopted a desktop research method, where both qualitative and quantitative approaches were employed. The researcher did a systematic analysis of secondary data obtained from various sources that comprised study papers, articles, books and government reports. Qualitative data were analyzed thematically and presented in narrative form. Quantitative data, however, were descriptively analyzed using frequencies and percentages and presented using tables. The study found that management of curriculum and instruction in public secondary schools face challenges with many students registering low grades in KCSE, irregular re-training of teachers and slow integration of technology in teaching. Use of AI tools has occasioned some improvement in curriculum and instructional management. Hence, the study recommends that principals should prioritize professional development for teachers in using AI-driven tools such as AI-driven Learning Management Systems, personalized learning platforms and AI-powered assessments. They should foster a collaborative environment where teachers share best practices gained from AI tools, ensuring that the integration of technology enhances the learning experience for students and supports curriculum management.
