Profiles of AI Dependency: A Latent Class Analysis of Filipino Students' Academic Competencies
The increasing dependency among Filipino college students on artificial intelligence (AI) poses concerns about the potential decline of fundamental academic competencies. This study examines the extent of AI dependency and its perceived effects on students' critical thinking, writing skills, learning independence, research skills, and academic engagement. Using a cross-sectional research design, data was collected from 651 students enrolled in higher education institutions (HEIs) in Pampanga, Philippines accredited by the Commission on Higher Education. The survey data was analyzed using Latent Class Analysis (LCA) to identify AI dependency patterns. Findings indicated that students show ...
| Authors | Emerson Q. Fernando, Julius Ceazar G. Tolentino, Maria Anna D. Cruz et al. |
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| Primary category | cs.CY |
| Published | 30 April 2026 |
| Last updated at source | 30 April 2026 |
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