Artificial Intelligence: Its Impact on the Education System

Abstract

Artificial intelligence has demonstrated its potential to transform numerous fields, and education has been no exception. This research aims to analyze the impact of this technology on the teaching and learning process, and how it is transforming the educational system. The methodology applied in this study was a quantitative approach through a descriptive non-experimental design by means of a survey applied to graduate students of the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador located in Manabí. This approach was complemented with a bibliographic documentary type qualitative methodology. The results obtained indicated that artificial intelligence is very useful for education, with 70%. Also, that it can help identify and support students with learning difficulties 77%. Challenges were examined highlighting over-dependence on technology with 79%, and equitable access to technology with 75%. The areas in which this tool can have a positive impact are assessment and feedback with 84%, and personalization of learning with 81%. It could be seen that in recent years artificial intelligence has had a positive impact on the educational system, its use in the teaching and learning process has improved the academic performance of students.