AI Integration in Biology Education: Comparative Insights into Perceived Benefits and TPACK among South African and Indonesian Pre-service Teachers

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Our research explored the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in biology education by examining the perceived benefits and Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) among pre-service biology teachers in South Africa and Indonesia. Participants included final-year Bachelor of Education students from two universities, one in each country. Results indicated significant differences in self-reported TPACK, with Indonesian participants demonstrating higher levels of technological and pedagogical content knowledge. However, both groups perceived AI integration in biology education positively, with no significant differences in perceived benefits between them. The findings highlight the importance of context-specific training programs and equitable resource allocation to effectively promote AI integration in biology education, thus enhancing teaching practices and educational outcomes globally.

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