AI Research Benefits
- Enhanced Data Analysis: AI algorithms can process vast amounts of data quickly, allowing researchers to derive insights that would be impossible manually. This enhances the accuracy and efficiency of research outcomes.
- Accelerated Research Processes: AI can automate repetitive tasks, significantly speeding up research processes. This enables researchers to focus on more complex and creative tasks, thus fostering innovation. (Time Conundrum)
Does this increase the Digital Learning Divide?
- Improved Collaboration: AI platforms facilitate collaboration across geographies and disciplines, allowing researchers to share data and findings in real-time, improving joint research efforts and outcomes.
Source: Du Preez, Creswell. (2024, Sep 13). Transforming Academic Libraries: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Research, Data Management, and User Experience [PowerPoint slides presented at Research Week]. Nelson Mandela University.
