Proceeding of the 10th International Conference on Lifelong Education and Leadership for ALL (ICLEL 2024)

Artificial Intelligence as a Lifelong Learning Tool: Investigating Its Role in Adult Education

Authors
Hande Özkeskin2, Peri Tutar Çinar1, *
1Directorate General for Higher and Foreign Education, Ministry of National Education, Ankara, Türkiye
2Educational Sciences, Department of Lifelong Learning and Adult Education, İstanbul Medeniyet University, İstanbul, Türkiye
*Corresponding author. Email: peri.tutar@gmail.com
Corresponding Author
Peri Tutar Çinar
Available Online 28 April 2025.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-686-4_8How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Artificial Intelligence; Adult Learning; Lifelong Learning; Self-di- rected Learning; Adult Competencies
Abstract

In today's technological era, artificial intelligence has become crucial for lifelong learning, transforming how adults access and engage with educa- tional content. This study explores AI-supported learning among adults in Tü- rkiye, focusing on usage patterns, motivations, satisfaction levels, and privacy concerns. Using a quantitative survey method, data was collected from 272 par- ticipants, providing insights into demographic characteristics and user experi- ences. Findings reveal a strong preference for AI functionalities offering quick access to information and facilitating fast learning processes, highlighting the importance of efficiency and self-directed learning in adult education. However, challenges such as reduced human interaction and privacy concerns were also identified. The study emphasizes the need for comprehensive AI literacy training, as nearly half of the respondents expressed a desire for foundational AI knowledge. These insights are essential for developing effective AI-supported educational technologies that balance flexibility and efficiency with necessary human interaction, enhancing the overall learning experience for adults..

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Volume Title
Proceeding of the 10th International Conference on Lifelong Education and Leadership for ALL (ICLEL 2024)
Series
Atlantis Highlights in Social Sciences, Education and Humanities
Publication Date
28 April 2025
ISBN
978-94-6463-686-4
ISSN
2667-128X
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-686-4_8How to use a DOI?
Copyright
© 2025 The Author(s)
Open Access
Open Access This chapter is licensed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/), which permits any noncommercial use, sharing, adaptation, distribution and reproduction in any medium or format, as long as you give appropriate credit to the original author(s) and the source, provide a link to the Creative Commons license and indicate if changes were made.

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