INVESTIGATING THE IMPACT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ON THE STUDY HABITS AND LEARNING EXPERIENCES OF UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

Abstract: Artificial Intelligence (AI) has skilled fast improvements in latest years, revolutionizing diverse industries and factors of human life. However, the increasing integration of AI systems raises concerns regarding user experience, privacy and ethical implications. This study investigates the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the study habits and learning experiences of University students. Through semi-structured interviews with University students, the thematic analysis identified five main themes: AI as an aid in learning, Knowledge of AI usage, Efficiency, Trust, and AI in society and the workplace. The findings of the study will reveal that AI serves as a dynamic guide for students, aiding knowledge development, reflection, and discussions. However, concerns about cheating and short-term learning highlight ethical dilemmas. Students' familiarity with AI varies, with challenges in navigating technical aspects and formulating clear questions. Encouraging AI literacy and support can mitigate these challenges. AI is perceived as a time-saver, simplifying information search processes and providing additional resources. Ethical considerations, such as data privacy and reliability, must be addressed. Trust plays a pivotal role in students' interactions with AI, emphasizing transparency and reliability. Beyond the classroom, AI affects society and the workplace, necessitating in addition studies for a complete know-how of its results on gaining knowledge of consequences and educational success. Overall, AI integration in education is crucial, emphasizing needs to make sure students are getting good experiences and outcomes when using AI for learning. Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Education, Ethical, Experiences, Learning, Outcomes, Privacy, Students, Study, University. Title: INVESTIGATING THE IMPACT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ON THE STUDY HABITS AND LEARNING EXPERIENCES OF UNIVERSITY STUDENTS Author: Princewill Chinomso Okeke, Asiah Binti Lokman International Journal of Recent Research in Mathematics Computer Science and Information Technology ISSN 2350-1022 Vol. 12, Issue 2, October 2025 - March 2026 Page No: 26-37 Paper Publications Website: www.paperpublications.org Published Date: 21-January-2026 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18327384 Paper Download Link (Source) https://www.paperpublications.org/upload/book/INVESTIGATING%20THE%20IMPACT%20OF%20ARTIFICIAL-21012026-1.pdf