A QUALITATIVE EXPLORATION OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS' VIEWS ON THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN LEARNING

The misuse of artificial intelligence is a problem. This study explores the views of Junior High School students on using Artificial Intelligence in their academic pursuits. I applied a phenomenological design to analyze the information from 10 participants I selected through purposive sampling. The results revealed that students’ experiences in using Artificial Intelligence were shaped by their viewpoints, shaped by their Perceived Usefulness (PU) and Perceived Ease of Use (PEOU), which influenced their motivations and perceived benefits in education. Workshops and training to enhance the proper use of Artificial Intelligence towards academic success, digital literacy, and continuous professional development. Research to investigate the disadvantages of Artificial Intelligence is recommended. Keywords: Qualitative Exploration, High School Students, Use of Artificial Intelligence in Learning, Phenomenology