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Leilani Santos, Jose Rizal University, PhilippinesLloyd Ryan Lagmay, Jose Rizal University, Philippines
Hafsah Macaraya, Jose Rizal University, Philippines
Ma. Margarita Bauyon, Jose Rizal University, Philippines
Abstract
In the evolving landscape of education, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative tool for enhancing learning experiences and supporting student outcomes. This study examined the relationship between faculty utilization of AI-powered learning tools and their influence on students’ psychological motivation, emotional well-being, and academic success in higher education institutions in Metro Manila. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from 63 randomly selected faculty members across diverse disciplines through a structured, expert-validated questionnaire. Reliability testing yielded excellent internal consistency across all scales (α = 0.965–0.977). Descriptive results indicated that faculty generally held neutral perceptions of AI’s effectiveness in enhancing student outcomes, with highest ratings for self-paced learning, peer support systems, and attendance tracking features. Pearson correlation analysis revealed significant positive relationships among psychological motivation, emotional well-being, and academic success, with the strongest association observed between emotional well-being and academic success (r = .914, p < .001). Analysis of variance showed significant differences in emotional well-being and academic success based on demographic profiles, but no significant differences in psychological motivation. The findings suggest that while faculty perceive their AI use as moderate, such tools are nonetheless associated with meaningful improvements in student outcomes. The study concludes that targeted faculty training, inclusive AI implementation, and recognition of demographic influences are essential for maximizing AI’s potential in education. Future research should incorporate student perspectives and adopt longitudinal designs to capture the sustained effects of AI integration on both academic and emotional development.
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