Artificial Intelligence in the Scientific Research Process: The Views of Academics

Abstract

This study aims to determine the opinions of academics in the field of Social Sciences Education regarding the use of artificial intelligence in the scientific research process. The study was conducted with 26 academics working in the field of Social Sciences Education at state universities. Within the scope of the research objective, qualitative research processes are utilized, and a case study design of the situation analysis type is employed. Participants who volunteered to participate in the data collection process were selected using the convenient sampling method. A semi-structured interview form prepared by the researchers was used to obtain the academics' views on the use of artificial intelligence in the scientific research process. The trial form of the semistructured interview, used as a data collection tool, was previously submitted to three field experts for their opinions. The first section of the form contains personal information, while the second section contains interview questions. The data obtained were analyzed and reported using descriptive analysis and content analysis techniques. Based on the study's findings, it was concluded that artificial intelligence is utilized in scientific research processes, including literature review, editing, control, and translation. The study also found that the use of artificial intelligence tools is efficient and facilitates research processes. However, it was also concluded that the use of artificial intelligence, especially in terms of ethical and security dimensions, can lead to problems and results in issues such as plagiarism.