A percepção dos estudantes do curso de Física da Universidade Federal do Ceará sobre o uso da inteligência artificial como ferramenta de ensino e aprendizagem em Física

Abstract

As the popularity of Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to rise, it’s only natural to ponder its potential impact on education. This study delves into the viewpoints of Physics students at the Federal University of Cear´a (UFC) regarding the integration of AI in Physics education. Through an online survey, we aim to grasp the opinions of these future educators on this cuttingedge technology and whether it can tackle current challenges in Physics teaching. The majority of participants in this study embraced AI positively, seeing it as a tool capable of streamlining and making the role of the teacher more dynamic, as well as providing valuable support to students in their studies. However, they underscored that AI should be viewed as a supplement, not a replacement, to existing teaching methods. Furthermore, concerns were voiced about potential overuse, which could at times impede students’ ability to think and create independently. In conclusion, this study contributes valuable insights at the viewpoints of future educators regarding the application of Artificial Intelligence in Physics education. These insights can inform future discussions on how AI can be utilized to address current challenges in education and guide the development of new tools for educational support.