Exploring AI in education: Student practices and challenges at Hanoi University of Industry

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a powerful tool in the field of education, providing innovative methods to enhance learning, optimize research, and support academic activities.However, the effective and appropriate use of AI in universities remains a challenge.Many students lack awareness, skills, or support from universities to effectively utilize these tools.This paper examines the current use of AI in higher education in general, and among students at Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) in particular.The current awareness, habits, usage patterns, challenges, and ethical concerns surrounding AI in academic environments are explored based on data collected through a student survey.The findings show a high level of familiarity with AI tools among students, with most using them for writing assistance, research, and problem-solving tasks.The discussion highlights the challenges, the need for universities to implement comprehensive AI training programs, establish clear ethical guidelines, provide better access to AI tools, and raise awareness of university resources.The paper also proposes solutions to address the challenges identified, such as creating personalized support systems, integrating AI into teaching and learning practices.These recommendations aim to help students optimize the exploitation of AI while promoting responsible and ethical usage.