Role and Effectiveness of Artificial Intelligence in Enhancing Learning for Early Childhood Education in Eastern Visayas' Higher Education Institutions

Abstract

This study evaluated the understanding, usage, and attitudes of early childhood education students concerning Artificial Narrow Intelligence (ANI) tools in learning within selected Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Eastern Visayas during the School Year 2024–2025. Using a descriptive-correlational research method, this research integrated data from 369 student respondents. The poll examined students’ profiles, the ANI tools they use, and their awareness, usage, and opinions concerning these technologies. With students citing a high degree of knowledge and regular usage of ANI in their academic activities, results revealed Quillbot, ChatGPT, and Grammarly to be the most frequently used tools. Their sentiments remained broadly neutral in spite of this, suggesting a mix of awareness and cautious hope regarding the wider effects of artificial intelligence. Greater awareness leads to larger use and more favorable opinions of ANI in learning, according to a statistical study revealing significant moderate positive connections between awareness and usage, awareness and attitude, and usage and attitude. To encourage appropriate and efficient use of ANI, the study suggests that HEIs implement awareness campaigns, training, and curricular integration to promote students' academic growth.