Artificial intelligence in the educational stages from kindergarten to university: A systematic review of Arab studies from 2010 to 2023

Abstract

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used at different stages of teaching and learning, from kindergarten to university education, to enhance the learning and development of learners. Research has proven that AI can perform multiple roles aimed at effectively facilitating learning and improving performance. However, there is a scarcity of studies on how these studies are conducted and how AI is used in kindergarten compared to other levels. Studies and research published in Arabic on AI in education were reviewed. Although there are few studies in kindergarten. The current review reflects the issues and trends of research in AI in the stages of education that researchers have recently addressed in Arab countries. This can easily and efficiently draw the attention of other researchers to these issues. 207 research papers published in various Arab countries were reviewed during the period from 2010 to 2023 to explore the roles and trends of AI in education. Three main issues were identified: research, interaction, and performance according to the technology-based learning model. It turns out that studies focused more on comparing learning with AI to find more effective learning methods with traditional education methods, on the stages of university education, and on the aspects of cognition, skills and affect. Some suggestions have been presented for future research on AI in educational stages, to serve as a reference for researchers to conduct related research.