Authors : I. Abdal Samad; A. Sunil Kumar; S. Aruna; Dr. D. P. Sivasakti Balan; R. J. Thayumanaswamy

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 12 - December

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25dec317

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Abstract : With the rapid growth and accessibility of artificial intelligence (AI), high school students are increasingly using AI-based applications for learning, creative activities, and personal academic support. This study explores the extent of AI tool usage among high school learners and evaluates both the advantages and challenges associated with their adoption. Using a mixed-methods research design, quantitative data were gathered through a structured survey administered to students from various schools, while qualitative perspectives were obtained from follow-up interviews and focus-group discussions. The investigation focuses on several key aspects, including how frequently students use AI tools, the purposes for which they rely on them—such as homework, test preparation, project development, creative writing, and programming—their influence on motivation and academic outcomes, and students’ awareness of responsible AI use. Findings suggest that many students experience increased efficiency, better access to information, improved creativity, and greater enthusiasm for independent learning. Despite these positive outcomes, concerns remain regarding shallow understanding, dependence on AI-generated responses, and ethical issues related to originality and academic honesty. The study concludes that AI tools offer substantial potential to enrich high school education, but their benefits are maximized only when students receive proper guidance and maintain balanced usage. Based on the results, the study provides recommendations for teachers, parents, and policymakers to promote ethical, informed, and critical use of AI as a supportive tool rather than a replacement for traditional learning practices. Students are interested in learning about various types of AI tools, including machine learning tools, robotic vision tools, and chatbot tools, as well as their applications.  Hypothesis: What kinds of tools are used by students, like machine learning tools, and which AI tools are popular among students, e.g., ChatGPT?

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