Research Reveals Male Students More Confident in Using AI Compared to Female Students
The increasing prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming various aspects of human life, from education and employment to daily activities such as writing, shopping, and information retrieval. Teenagers are among the most engaged with this technological advancement, with many students using AI to assist with school assignments, learn coding, and find study resources. However, a new study reveals that not all students approach AI with the same level of confidence.
A study published in the journal Cogent Education reveals that male students tend to be more confident in learning and using AI compared to female students. The research was led by Dr. Zubair Ahmad from the Qatar University Young Scientists Center. The research team involved 743 high school students aged 15 to 18 who were studying computer science and information technology in Qatar. The students came from diverse backgrounds, including Qatar, Asia, and Africa. They were asked to answer 35 questions about their confidence in AI, support from the school, and the learning outcomes they achieved.
The study found that students who were confident in their ability to learn AI tended to achieve better learning outcomes. “We found that students who believe in their ability to learn and use AI tend to have better results in that area. The relationship between self-confidence and learning outcomes is much stronger in male students than in female students,” said Dr. Ahmad.
According to him, self-confidence is an important factor because learning AI relies heavily on the process of trying, experimenting, and correcting mistakes. Students who feel confident in their abilities are usually more willing to try different AI tools, test commands, and find solutions when they encounter difficulties. Conversely, students who are afraid of making mistakes tend to avoid challenges and are more passive during the learning process.
The study also highlights the perception that technology and AI are fields dominated by men. This is believed to affect the confidence of female students from the start. “Technology and AI are often seen as fields dominated by men. This can affect students’ beliefs about their own abilities and their involvement in the lesson,” said Dr. Ahmad. He explained that female students may become less confident or reluctant to experiment with AI tools because of this stereotype.
This phenomenon is not only happening in Qatar. Various studies in the United States, Europe, and Asia also show that women often have lower levels of confidence in the fields of computer science and engineering, even though their academic performance is not much different from men. Experts say that factors such as social stereotypes, environmental expectations, and the lack of representation of women in the technology world contribute to this gap.
In addition to self-confidence, the study also found that support from schools and teachers has a significant impact on students’ ability to learn AI. This support includes hands-on activities, teacher guidance, and access to adequate learning materials. However, the positive impact of school support is more pronounced in male students.
Therefore, the researchers encourage schools to create a more inclusive learning environment for female students. “Schools need to provide more support for women,” said Dr. Ahmad. According to him, one of the steps that can be taken is to present more female figures in the field of AI as role models for students. In addition, teachers also need to create a comfortable classroom atmosphere so that all students feel equally supported.
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