Awareness and attitudes toward artificial intelligence–based learning among higher education students
Jelly L. Paredes & Maria Aurora G. Victoriano
Abstract
This study explores the awareness and attitudes of college students in higher education institutions (HEIs) in the Province of Capiz, Philippines toward artificial intelligence (AI) for learning. Using a descriptive-correlational design, the study surveyed 379 students from public and private HEIs through validated and reliable researcher-made and adapted questionnaires. The results indicate a high level of student awareness of AI’s potential in personalized learning and virtual learning environments, accompanied by generally positive attitudes toward its use. However, significant differences in awareness and attitudes were observed when respondents were grouped according to sociodemographic factors such as parental occupation, educational attainment, and type of HEI. Gender and place of residence also significantly influenced awareness levels. The study highlights the need for inclusive educational strategies, including targeted training programs, improved technological access for rural communities, and initiatives that support female students. The findings underscore the importance of policies that address AI literacy gaps to ensure equitable access to and effective integration of AI in learning. These insights contribute to the ongoing discourse on optimizing AI adoption in education, fostering critical thinking, and preparing students for a technology-driven future.
Keywords
educational technology, digital literacy, intelligent systems, learning innovation, instructional support
Author information & Contribution
Jelly L. Paredes. Doctor of Education. Program Chair (BSCS Department), Capiz State University-Mambusao Satellite College
Maria Aurora G. Victoriano. Corresponding author. Doctor of Philosophy, Program Chair (BAEL Department), Capiz State University-Mambusao Satellite College. Email: victorianoauh@gmail.com
"All authors equally contributed to the conception, design, preparation, data gathering and analysis, and writing of the manuscript. All authors read and approved the final manuscript."
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Funding
This work was not supported by any funding.
Declaration
The author declares the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in writing this paper. In particular, the author used OpenAI, Elicit, and Quillbot in finding literature and other materials. The author takes full responsibility in ensuring that research idea, analysis and interpretations are original work.
Notes
This paper is presented in 2nd ICMEI 2025
Acknowledgement
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Paredes, J.L. & Victoriano, M.A.G. (2025). Awareness and attitudes toward artificial intelligence–based learning among higher education students. The Research Probe, 5(2), 1-23. https://doi.org/10.53378/trp.191
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