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An Exploratory Comparative Analysis of Librarians’ Views on AI Support for Learning Experiences, Lifelong Learning, and Digital Literacy in Malaysia and Indonesia

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  • Fitri Mutia

    (Fakultas Ilmu Sosial dan Ilmu Politik, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya 60286, Indonesia)

  • Mohamad Noorman Masrek

    (College of Computing, Informatics and Mathemathics, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Puncak Perdana 40150, Malaysia)

  • Mohammad Fazli Baharuddin

    (College of Computing, Informatics and Mathemathics, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Puncak Perdana 40150, Malaysia)

  • Shamila Mohamed Shuhidan

    (College of Computing, Informatics and Mathemathics, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Puncak Perdana 40150, Malaysia)

  • Tri Soesantari

    (Fakultas Ilmu Sosial dan Ilmu Politik, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya 60286, Indonesia)

  • Helmy Prasetyo Yuwinanto

    (Fakultas Ilmu Sosial dan Ilmu Politik, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya 60286, Indonesia)

  • Ragil Tri Atmi

    (Fakultas Ilmu Sosial dan Ilmu Politik, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya 60286, Indonesia)

Abstract

Various articles suggest that artificial intelligence (AI) in libraries can enhance the learning experience, promote lifelong learning, and strengthen digital literacy. However, it is unclear if practicing librarians agree with these benefits. Malaysia and Indonesia, neighboring countries with similar library practices, may have differing or similar views on AI support for learning, lifelong learning, and digital literacy. To this effect, this study was conducted with the aim of assessing librarian perspectives on the support provided by AI in enhancing learning experiences, fostering lifelong learning, and advancing digital literacy initiatives. Additionally, it seeks to compare these perspectives between Malaysia and Indonesia. Using a survey research methodology and an online questionnaire as the data collection technique, the results of the analysis showed that librarians assessed the AI support for learning experiences, lifelong learning, and digital literacy favorably. It was also found that there was no significant difference in the assessments of librarians from these two countries. The contribution of this study is that it has provided empirical evidence regarding AI support in libraries, and developed a scale or measurement for assessing AI support for learning experiences, lifelong learning, and digital literacy. This instrument can be used as a guide when it comes to investing in AI technologies for libraries.

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  • Fitri Mutia & Mohamad Noorman Masrek & Mohammad Fazli Baharuddin & Shamila Mohamed Shuhidan & Tri Soesantari & Helmy Prasetyo Yuwinanto & Ragil Tri Atmi, 2024. "An Exploratory Comparative Analysis of Librarians’ Views on AI Support for Learning Experiences, Lifelong Learning, and Digital Literacy in Malaysia and Indonesia," Publications, MDPI, vol. 12(3), pages 1-13, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jpubli:v:12:y:2024:i:3:p:21-:d:1438744
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    1. Nur Areena Aqilah Mohd Sapri & Asma Nadia Zanol Rashid & Wan Ainol Mursyida Ahmad Tarmizi, 2024. "Leveraging AI for Effective Content Marketing in Libraries: Maximizing User Engagement," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 8(9), pages 3510-3521, September.

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