Students’ knowledge and usage of artificial intelligence in higher education institutions
Jelly L. Paredes & Maria Aurora G. Victoriano
Abstract
This study assessed the knowledge and usage of the 379 higher education institution (HEIs) students on artificial intelligence (AI). It was conducted in the Province of Capiz during the school year 2023-2024 using descriptive statistics such as percentage, mean, and standard deviation to analyze descriptive data and inferential statistics like Mann—Whitney U-Test and Kruskal Wallis H-Test to analyze significant differences among variables and Spearman rho to establish the relationship among variables. Results of the study revealed that as a whole, in terms of item statements, and when grouped according to personal–related variables, they are more knowledgeable on AI with moderate usage level. In addition, the participants’ usage of AI for learning significantly differed when grouped according to the mother's occupation and residence. Students who had government-employed mothers living in urban areas had a higher probability of using AI tools and applications than their student counterparts. Even though students are knowledgeable about AI, they moderate their use. However, the study shows the disparity on the availability of AI resources based on socio-demographics.
Keywords
artificial intelligence, knowledge, usage, higher education
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
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No potential conflict of interest was reported by the author(s).
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This work was not supported by any funding.
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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 for ensuring that research ideas, analysis, and interpretations are original work.
Notes
This paper is presented in the 2nd International Conference on Management, Education & Innovation (ICMEI) 2025
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Cite this article:
Paredes, J.L. & Victoriano, M.A.G. (2025). Students’ knowledge and usage of artificial intelligence in higher education institutions. Management, Education & Innovation Review, 2(1), 158-182. https://doi.org/10.53378/meir.161
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