Mentor or Boss: The Al Effect on Decision-Making


Merzifonluoğlu A.

International Eastern Conference on Human-Computer Interaction (IECHCI), Erzurum, Türkiye, 23 - 25 Kasım 2023, ss.158-159

  • Yayın Türü: Bildiri / Özet Bildiri
  • Basıldığı Şehir: Erzurum
  • Basıldığı Ülke: Türkiye
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.158-159
  • Erzincan Binali Yıldırım Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

Artificial intelligence (AI) is predominantly incorporated into all domains of life and the world we live in is increasingly shaped by Al. As a result of this widespread integration, a growing body of research has focused on the profound implications and consequences of Al’s integration in different domains. Among these domains, education stands out as an area with immense potential to influence both learners’ and academics’ preferences, particularly as they seek assistance and guidance in their professional and academic lives. Regarding this influence, this ongoing study aims to investigate the extent to which users are influenced in the decision-making process when making choices with the help of Al tools. The participants selected for this study are a diverse group, encompassing students and academics who share a common interest in the field of education, where AI is actively used. The study employs a 3-point Likert questionnaire and a question with multiple choices on their experiences to explore why AI-driven recommendations influence their decision-making process. 12 education-related decision scenarios have been presented to the participants. Task complexity, users’ decision-making process and their trust in AI recommendations are the key considerations of the study. Preliminary findings suggest that users tend to exhibit a positive attitude toward accepting Al’s recommendations, especially when AI systems provide transparent explanations for their recommendations and offer insights into the decision-making process. Perceived AI competence and trustworthiness are also predicted to strongly influence the decision-making process. These predicted results will underline the importance of user trust in AI tools and confirm that they are effective tools in the lives of individuals. To sum up, as AI's influence continues to shape decision-making environments, it is needed to unravel the potential deficiencies in the decision-making processes, enhance the quality of user experiences and foster their confidence. In this sense, this study contributes significantly to our understanding of human-AI interaction and suggests practical implications for the design and implementation of AI systems.