Research Article
Integration of artificial intelligence in national science curricula
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1 University of the Aegean, Rhodes, GREECE* Corresponding Author
Contemporary Mathematics and Science Education, 6(1), January 2025, ep25002, https://doi.org/10.30935/conmaths/15883
Submitted: 18 August 2024, Published: 28 January 2025
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ABSTRACT
This study investigates the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in national science curricula across 21 countries, including Australia, Cyprus, Estonia, France, Finland, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Iceland, Ireland, Nepal, New Zealand, Norway, Ontario (Canada), Poland, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States. By analyzing these curricula, the research identifies the presence of AI-related knowledge, skills, and attitudes, providing a comprehensive understanding of how AI is embedded in educational frameworks. The findings reveal a strong emphasis on practical AI skills, interdisciplinary knowledge, ethical considerations, and societal impacts, preparing students to thrive in an AI-driven future. This comprehensive approach highlights AI’s transformative potential in education. The study emphasizes AI’s role in fostering problem-solving skills and active learning, underscoring the need for practical AI applications and comprehensive teacher training in AI concepts. The analysis also identifies gaps in the explicit mention of “artificial intelligence” itself, suggesting a broader focus on related concepts. Notably, AI is not frequently mentioned explicitly in the curricula but is often approached under the umbrella of information and communication technology in relation to science. Recommendations for enhancing AI integration include comprehensive teacher training, continuous curriculum evaluation, and the inclusion of the ethical and societal implications of AI. This research provides valuable insights for educators and policymakers, highlighting the need for a well-rounded curriculum that prepares students for the future challenges and opportunities presented by AI technologies.
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Karampelas, K. (2025). Integration of artificial intelligence in national science curricula. Contemporary Mathematics and Science Education, 6(1), ep25002. https://doi.org/10.30935/conmaths/15883
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