Understanding the acceptance of ChatGPT by HEI’s students for knowledge enhancement

The adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education has accelerated as a result of technological advancement. The use of conversational agents, like ChatGPT (Chat Generative Pre-Trained Transformer), to improve students' knowledge acquisition and learning experiences is one well-known use of AI. The purpose of this study is to comprehend how students of HEI’s see ChatGPT as a tool for improving their knowledge. We investigate the perspectives, attitudes, and experiences of students when utilizing ChatGPT in a learning environment through empirical research. We assess the use of ChatGPT by students, looking at elements including usability, satisfaction, and perceived utility. In addition, we identify and examine acceptability elements such social influence, trust, privacy worries, and perceived learning gains. The cognitive consequences of utilizing ChatGPT for knowledge development are also explored in this study, along with how students evaluate ChatGPT's efficiency in promoting learning, critical thinking, and information retrieval. The ethical issues around algorithmic bias, data privacy, and responsible AI application in education are also covered. The study's findings advance the field of educational technology by shedding light on how well-liked ChatGPT is among students for enhancing their knowledge. The development and use of educational technologies powered by AI can be guided by the pedagogical recommendations gained from the study findings. The paper also identifies areas for future research to better investigate ChatGPT's long-term impacts, cross-cultural variations, and customizability potential in education. For educators, researchers, and practitioners hoping to use AI technology effectively in educational contexts, understanding student acceptance of ChatGPT knowledge augmentation is essential. This research encourages informed decision-making and ethical application of AI technologies to improve students' learning results by bridging the gap between AI and education.