The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in educational settings is rapidly growing. The wide impact of AI in education draws the attention of school stakeholders to start incorporating it into teaching and learning. Although there are several AI literatures in education and other fields, empirical studies in school settings are overlooked. This study aimed to develop a research framework by identifying readiness factors for AI incorporation at the school level. With this aim, the study explored popular theories such as diffusion of innovation (DOI), reason action theory (RAT), technology acceptance model (TAM), and technology-organization-environment (TOE) to develop an AI incorporation framework. The factors drawn from the theoretical foundations have been recommended for guiding the subsequent formulation of hypotheses. A survey method is proposed to test and validate the research framework. Finally, it proposes the plans and expected outcomes of the study.
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