A Study on the Faculty Perceptions of the ChatGPT Use in Higher Education: The Case of K University

Objectives The purpose of this study is to present the direction of ChatGPT introduction and teaching and learning plans of universities by analyzing how ChatGPT perception and use behavior differ according to the characteristics of the faculty group in general situations and teaching and learning. Methods For this purpose, 341 faculty at K University were analyzed for their general perception of ChatGPT and perception of educational use according to their major field, digital literacy competency, and experience. Results First, in general, faculty' experience in using ChatGPT is high, and they use it for daily purposes such as searching for information and curiosity, and less for teaching. The reason why chat was not used was because they did not know how to use it and did not feel the need for it. Second, in terms of teaching and learning applications, the translation and summarization function was viewed most positively, and the spread of disinformation was viewed most negatively. ChatGPT utilization capabilities were high in the order of media exploration, research utilization, instructional design, and instructional application. Third, in the field of university support, ethics education for AI use and ChatGPT case sharing were the most important. Conclusions In order to raise faculty' perception of ChatGPT and spread the right culture, it is necessary to establish an ethical foundation at the university, support digital education, and develop and present new technology convergence classes.