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Title: Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education: Benefits and Concerns
Language: English
Authors: Nitza Davidovitch, Aleksandra Gerkerova
Source: African Educational Research Journal. 2026 14(1):10-20.
Availability: Net Journals. 25 Akintola Road, Sapele, Delta State, 331107, Nigeria. e-mail: service@netjournals.org; Web site: https://www.netjournals.org/aer_index.html
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 11
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Technology Uses in Education, Higher Education, Educational Benefits, College Students, Student Motivation, Academic Achievement, Ethics, Foreign Countries, Individualized Instruction, Student Attitudes, Plagiarism, Student Responsibility, Privacy, Intellectual Disciplines, Digital Literacy, Equal Education, Access to Education
Geographic Terms: Ukraine
ISSN: 2354-2160
Abstract: Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming higher education through applications such as adaptive learning platforms, virtual assistants, and predictive analytics. This study examines AI's impact on student motivation, academic performance, and ethical considerations, using survey data from 76 students across five universities in Odessa, Ukraine. Participants from STEM, the humanities, and the social sciences offered diverse perspectives on AI use. The findings indicate that more frequent AI use is positively associated with motivation (r = 0.60, p < 0.01), involvement (r = 0.67, p < 0.01), and self-reported academic performance (r = 0.54, p < 0.05). Students also perceived AI as supportive for retention (M = 4.05, SD = 0.79; 78%) and understanding (M = 3.90, SD = 0.85; 74%), and reported higher focus (M = 4.10, SD = 0.77; 80%) and efficiency (M = 4.30, SD = 0.72; 85%). Ethical concerns were prominent, with strong agreement on plagiarism awareness, responsible use, and data privacy (Krippendorff's α = 0.86-0.91). STEM students showed the most positive attitudes toward AI (78% positive) compared with the humanities (55%) and social sciences (67%). While AI fosters inclusivity by supporting non-native English speakers and students with learning disabilities, gaps in AI literacy and infrastructure limit equitable access. The study underscores the importance of governance frameworks to address ethical challenges and calls for targeted investments in AI training for students and faculty. This research highlights AI's potential to enhance learning while emphasizing the need for responsible integration. By offering evidence-based recommendations, the study informs future strategies to ensure AI serves as a tool for empowerment rather than inequity.
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