Abstract Summary/Description
The advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has significantly impacted leadership decision-making processes across sectors, including education. This quantitative study explores the relationship between the Dark Triad personality traits—Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy—of education leaders and their interaction with AI systems in decision-making contexts. Data is being collected through a structured chatbot interaction and a survey administered via Qualtrics, targeting a diverse sample of education leaders. The study explores distinct patterns in how these traits influence trust in AI, decision-making efficiency, and ethical considerations. There is empirical evidence that leaders with Machiavellian traits demonstrate a calculated approach, balancing strategic goals with skepticism. Narcissistic traits are associated with over reliance on technological insights, while psychopathic traits emphasize rapid decision-making with minimal concern for ethical implications. This study will provide valuable insights into the psychological factors specifically dark triad traits shaping AI adoption in leadership and highlight the need for interventions to ensure ethical and effective AI utilization in education systems.
