Smart Classroom Competency in Relation to Artificial Intelligence Literacy among Pre-Service Teachers

This study explores the level of Smart Classroom Competency among pre-service teachers pursuing the two-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) programme in Thiruvallur District, Tamil Nadu. Employing a survey method, data were collected from a randomly selected sample of 300 pre-service teachers across 10 educational colleges. The research aimed to assess the general level of knowledge and examine whether significant differences exist based on gender, educational qualification (UG/PG), computer skills, and residential background (rural/urban). Descriptive and differential statistical techniques were applied for data analysis. Findings reveal that the overall knowledge about smart classrooms among pre-service teachers is average. Furthermore, no significant differences were observed in smart classroom knowledge scores based on gender, academic qualification, computer proficiency, or area of residence. The study highlights the need for targeted interventions and practical exposure to enhance technological preparedness among future educators, especially in the context of growing emphasis on digital pedagogy in teacher education.