World Education Connect Multidisciplinary e-Publication, Vol. VI, Issue VI (June 2026), pp.384-394
Jamelo, Reynald A.
Adlawon, Dianne S.
Cuabo, Geziel C.
Gerida, Shayne Leizl C.
Cayasa, Pearly Jane T.
Obenza, Lizel D.
Surigao Del Norte State University, Claver Campus
Abstract
This study examined the role of artificial intelligence (AI) as a learning companion and its impact on the study habits and academic assessment of Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEED) students at Surigao del Norte State University–Claver Campus. Specifically, it sought to identify the AI tools used by students, determine the frequency of their use across academic tasks, and assess how AI use relates to metacognitive skills, academic performance, and academic integrity.
Using a descriptive-correlational research design, data were collected from 132 BEED students selected through stratified random sampling. A structured survey questionnaire measured AI tool usage, frequency of use, and perceived effects on study habits and academic outcomes. Data were analysed using frequency counts, means, standard deviations, and Pearson's r correlation coefficient.
Results revealed that ChatGPT, Cici, Grammarly, Gemini, Perplexity, and QuillBot were the most commonly used AI tools, with ChatGPT the most prevalent. Students frequently used AI for reporting, group activities, and role-playing, but less so during quizzes and examinations. AI use was found to positively influence study habits particularly in planning, monitoring, and evaluating learning — as well as comprehension, organisation, and critical thinking. It also contributed to improved academic performance in terms of efficiency, output quality, and accuracy. Correlation analysis confirmed a significant relationship among AI usage, study habits, and academic assessment.
The study recommends that future researchers examine the long-term effects of AI integration in education and explore additional variables to inform policy development and broaden understanding of AI's sustained impact on student learning.
Keywords: Artificial intelligence, Types of Ai used by the students, Frequency of AI Usage, Metacognitive and Self-Regulation Skills, Cognitive and Academic Processing Skills, Affective and Higher-Order Thinking Skills, Performance and Achievement
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