Artificial Intelligence in Open Distance e-Learning Institutions in Sub‑Saharan Africa: Quality Assurance Opportunities and Challenges

This chapter critically reviews the literature on the use of AI (Artificial Intelligence) with specific reference to ODeL (open distance e-learning) institutions in SSA (Sub-Saharan Africa). A critical review of the literature was conducted on works that explored the application of AI in education through the search of popular databases on previously published works. These were carefully evaluated, synthesised, and evaluated for their fitness, and then systemically presented. The chapter highlights the various quality benefits accrued from the application of AI applications in education. The integration of AI in ODeL systems is linked to quality assurance challenges and the integrity of assessments, and poses significant new challenges to research, policy-making, and institution governance.