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Student Perceptions of Achieving Intended Learning Outcomes with Generative AI: A Study in Swedish Higher Education Using Qualitative Methods

Mendez, Denis LU and Tang, Richard LU (2025) SYSK16 20251
Department of Informatics
Abstract
This qualitative study investigates the effect that Generative AI (GenAI) tools have on
students' achievement of Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) in higher education institutions
(HEIs), focusing on perceptions and utilizing the Structure of the Observed Learning
Outcome (SOLO) Taxonomy. Conducting several semi-structured interviews, the study
investigates the role of GenAI in potentially improving academic efficiency, accessibility and
critical thinking. Conversely, the research investigates its potential of hindering achieving
higher level learning outcomes because of concerns regarding over-reliance, ethical use and
limitations with GenAI. The findings from the empirical research reveals that students view
GenAI tools as useful... (More)
This qualitative study investigates the effect that Generative AI (GenAI) tools have on
students' achievement of Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) in higher education institutions
(HEIs), focusing on perceptions and utilizing the Structure of the Observed Learning
Outcome (SOLO) Taxonomy. Conducting several semi-structured interviews, the study
investigates the role of GenAI in potentially improving academic efficiency, accessibility and
critical thinking. Conversely, the research investigates its potential of hindering achieving
higher level learning outcomes because of concerns regarding over-reliance, ethical use and
limitations with GenAI. The findings from the empirical research reveals that students view
GenAI tools as useful for low level ILOs tasks, such as summarizing, brainstorming and language refinement but less effective when it comes to higher level outcomes that require a
deeper understanding. An emphasis is placed on the need for clear institutional policies and
guidelines which highlights the significance of responsible use of GenAI to complement the
learning process. The study additionally discusses the potential of a balanced human-AI
hybrid integration that may foster critical thinking while warning against potential disruptions
in the learning process if GenAI replaces crucial learning developments. The study concludes
by emphasizing responsible GenAI integration in HEIs, highlighting discipline specific
policies and balanced use. (Less)
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author
Mendez, Denis LU and Tang, Richard LU
supervisor
organization
course
SYSK16 20251
year
type
M2 - Bachelor Degree
subject
keywords
Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, GenAI, ChatGPT, Intended Learning Outcomes, Student Perceptions, Higher Education Institutions, HEIs, University, Sweden, Solo Taxonomy
language
English
id
9199497
date added to LUP
2025-06-16 11:06:57
date last changed
2025-06-16 11:06:57
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  abstract     = {{This qualitative study investigates the effect that Generative AI (GenAI) tools have on
students' achievement of Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) in higher education institutions
(HEIs), focusing on perceptions and utilizing the Structure of the Observed Learning
Outcome (SOLO) Taxonomy. Conducting several semi-structured interviews, the study
investigates the role of GenAI in potentially improving academic efficiency, accessibility and
critical thinking. Conversely, the research investigates its potential of hindering achieving
higher level learning outcomes because of concerns regarding over-reliance, ethical use and
limitations with GenAI. The findings from the empirical research reveals that students view
GenAI tools as useful for low level ILOs tasks, such as summarizing, brainstorming and language refinement but less effective when it comes to higher level outcomes that require a
deeper understanding. An emphasis is placed on the need for clear institutional policies and
guidelines which highlights the significance of responsible use of GenAI to complement the
learning process. The study additionally discusses the potential of a balanced human-AI
hybrid integration that may foster critical thinking while warning against potential disruptions
in the learning process if GenAI replaces crucial learning developments. The study concludes
by emphasizing responsible GenAI integration in HEIs, highlighting discipline specific
policies and balanced use.}},
  author       = {{Mendez, Denis and Tang, Richard}},
  language     = {{eng}},
  note         = {{Student Paper}},
  title        = {{Student Perceptions of Achieving Intended Learning Outcomes with Generative AI: A Study in Swedish Higher Education Using Qualitative Methods}},
  year         = {{2025}},
}