Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Innovation in Vocational Education: A Catalyst for National Development.

This study examined the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in promoting innovation within vocational education and its contribution to national development. A descriptive survey research design was adopted, involving 186 respondents drawn from vocational and technical education institutions in Plateau State, Nigeria. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire and analysed using descriptive statistics, including mean scores and standard deviation; regression analysis was used to test the research hypotheses. Findings revealed a high level of awareness and adoption of AI, significant influence of AI on innovation in vocational education, and a strong positive relationship between AI adoption and national development. The study concludes that artificial intelligence is a critical driver of skills development, workforce competitiveness, and economic growth. It recommends increased institutional support, policy frameworks, and capacity building to enhance AI integration in vocational education.

Artificial Intelligence, Vocational Education, Innovation

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