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The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies is driving significant changes across both industry and academia, fostering increased autonomy in various processes. This influence extends to all key stakeholders in the education sector, including students, teachers, and institutions. Previous research suggests that students often use AI tools inappropriately and without adequate knowledge. Addressing this issue, our study investigates the usage patterns of AI tools for homework tasks among programming students at TalTech IT College in Estonia, a leading European country in educational innovation. Our findings reveal a substantial dependence on AI tools, with 74% of students utilizing them for homework. The most frequently used tools are OpenAI’s ChatGPT-3 and ChatGPT-4, followed by Microsoft Copilot. The results underscore the positive aspects of AI tool usage from the students’ perspective, highlighting the potential benefits these technologies offer in enhancing learning experiences. However, it also points to a significant issue: many students do not cite the use of AI tools in their homework, indicating a need for greater transparency and understanding of ethical AI use. These findings suggest the necessity of integrating regular AI courses at all levels of study to ensure students are well-informed and can use AI responsibly and effectively. Recommendations for researchers include the development of standardized guidelines for AI tool usage in academic settings. The impact on society involves enhancing digital literacy and ethical standards among future professionals. Future research should explore the long-term effects of AI integration in education and its implications for academic integrity.

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Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education Programming Courses: Insights from Student Perspectives and Practices

  • 会议论文

  • 发表日期：

    2025年

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  • Janika Leoste,
  • Jaanus Pöial,
  • Einar Kivisalu,
  • Ugljesa Marjanovic,
  • Slavko Rakic,
  • Tarmo Robal

摘要

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies is driving significant changes across both industry and academia, fostering increased autonomy in various processes. This influence extends to all key stakeholders in the education sector, including students, teachers, and institutions. Previous research suggests that students often use AI tools inappropriately and without adequate knowledge. Addressing this issue, our study investigates the usage patterns of AI tools for homework tasks among programming students at TalTech IT College in Estonia, a leading European country in educational innovation. Our findings reveal a substantial dependence on AI tools, with 74% of students utilizing them for homework. The most frequently used tools are OpenAI’s ChatGPT-3 and ChatGPT-4, followed by Microsoft Copilot. The results underscore the positive aspects of AI tool usage from the students’ perspective, highlighting the potential benefits these technologies offer in enhancing learning experiences. However, it also points to a significant issue: many students do not cite the use of AI tools in their homework, indicating a need for greater transparency and understanding of ethical AI use. These findings suggest the necessity of integrating regular AI courses at all levels of study to ensure students are well-informed and can use AI responsibly and effectively. Recommendations for researchers include the development of standardized guidelines for AI tool usage in academic settings. The impact on society involves enhancing digital literacy and ethical standards among future professionals. Future research should explore the long-term effects of AI integration in education and its implications for academic integrity.