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Exploring the Opportunities, Risks, and Constraints of the use of GenAI Tools in Higher Learning Institutions: A Mixed-Methods Study of Rwandan University Students

In: Advancement in Embedded and Mobile Systems

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  • Gatera Antoine

    (University of Rwanda, Department of Information Systems, College of Science and Technology)

  • Kambombo Mtonga

    (Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences, Department of Mathematical Sciences)

  • Kuradusenge Martin

    (University of Rwanda, Department of Information Systems, College of Science and Technology)

  • Turinimana Jean Bosco

    (University of Technology and Arts of Byumba (UTAB), Department of Education in Sciences)

  • Nsengiyumva Jean Bosco

    (University of Technology and Arts of Byumba (UTAB), Department of Education in Sciences)

Abstract

With the introduction of Generative AI (GenAI) tools such as ChatGPT, the educational environment has completely changed and university students now have tremendous access to individualized learning resources. This work aimed to investigate the opportunities, risks, and constraints that university students can encounter due to the use of resources produced by GenAI. In particular, the study determined which GenAI tools students use the most, evaluated their effects on the learning process and critical thinking, and writing skills. This study used a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews to obtain in-depth information from a wide range of students in Rwandan universities. In addition to demonstrating the advantages and disadvantages of using GenAI tools in higher education institutions, the findings will provide educators, and students practical suggestions for enhancing the safe and efficient use of these technologies in the teaching and learning process. As results, it was revealed that 80% of respondents were aware of the GenAI tools while only 20% not aware. The most used was ChatGPT where, 65% of the respondents said they mostly use it. Gen AI tools are mainly used for research purpose 51% and have helped them to improve their academic performance.

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  • Gatera Antoine & Kambombo Mtonga & Kuradusenge Martin & Turinimana Jean Bosco & Nsengiyumva Jean Bosco, 2026. "Exploring the Opportunities, Risks, and Constraints of the use of GenAI Tools in Higher Learning Institutions: A Mixed-Methods Study of Rwandan University Students," Progress in IS, in: Jorge Marx Gómez & Antoine Gatera & Devotha Godfrey Nyambo (ed.), Advancement in Embedded and Mobile Systems, pages 453-463, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:prochp:978-3-031-99219-3_31
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-99219-3_31
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