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The Impact of Artificial Intelligence Tools on Essay Writing and

Critical Thinking Skills of IMS Grade 10 Learners
S.Y. 2023 - 2024

Immaculate Mother School of Bilar, Inc.

Poblacion, Bilar, Bohol, Philippines 6317

Lemzy Melliz P. Bitancor

Christian Rey N. Cahanap
Margaux Aaliyah G. Lomod
Johnsen Lionel Y. Maglente
Rhon Benedict P. Unajan

May 2024
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The Problem and Its Scope

Rationale

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a technology in which a

computer or a computer-controlled robot can perform the tasks

done by humans, as it needs human intelligence and reasoning. It

is increasingly rampant in various areas, including education.

Students these days heavily rely on artificial intelligence tools

such as ChatGPT to write their essays. Even if an AI cannot

execute all the functions an ordinary person can do, some AIs can

catch up with humans in certain tasks.

Since November 2022, the topic has reached a new level of

attention when the US company Open AI published ChatGPT, an AI-

supported computer model for language processing, which reached

millions of users worldwide after only a few days (Janson, 2023).

This was followed on 14 May 2023 by the launch of ChatGPT-4,

which can process both text and image input, including text

documents, photos, diagrams, or screenshots, and which, according

to the manufacturer, performs on a human level in various

professional and academic benchmarks (OpenAI, 2023a).

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In the Philippines, a lot of students use ChatGPT to get

help with their schoolwork, assignments, and other academic work.

These students are enrolled in both private and public schools.

Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are frequently used by

students to solve essay problems; sometimes, this leads to pupils

becoming unduly reliant on the information the AI provides. If

students depend too much on AI, they won’t be able to develop

their skills, which could hinder their ability to come up with

innovative ideas and have a deep comprehension of the material.

Additionally, students run the possibility of facing plagiarism

charges if they knowingly or unknowingly use AI-generated content

without properly attributing it.

This research aims to investigate the impact of artificial

intelligence (AI) tools on the essay writing and critical

thinking skills of IMS Grade 10 learners. By examining existing

literature and empirical studies, this research seeks to provide

insights into the potential benefits and drawbacks of integrating

AI tools into the educational process. Finding ways to help our

learners use AI tools wisely while still developing their own

thinking skills.
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Table of Contents:

Chapter 1:

The Problem and Its Scope

Rationale…………………………………………………………………………………………………………4
Literature Background…………………………………………………………………………6
Theoretical-Conceptual Framework

The Problem

Statement of the Problem

Hypothesis of the Study
Significance of the Study

Research Methodology

Design
Environment and Participants
Instrument
Methodology

Definition of Terms
References
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List of Figured:
Theoretical-Conceptual Framework Flowchart

Chapter 1
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to inform and give knowledge to our IMS grade 10 learners

regarding the positive and negative impacts of the emergence of

AI tools. Prevent the decline of the ability of our learners to

think critically and hone their skills when it comes to essay

writing. Finding ways how to maximize the use of these AI tools

without affecting the learning

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The primary purpose of this research is to evaluate the effect

that artificial intelligence-driven educational resources, such

as intelligent tutoring systems and virtual learning

environments, have on the academic performance and comprehension

of students. The findings suggest that artificial intelligence

has the potential to bring about a huge revolution in the field

of education by making it possible to personalize and adjust

students' educational experiences in a way that boosts both

students' academic performance and their overall level of

comprehension. Despite this, it is necessary to recognize the

ethical repercussions that may result and the limitations that

may be imposed by the infrastructure. This highlights the

importance of the responsible incorporation of artificial

intelligence. In a nutshell, the findings of this research shed

light on the considerable influence that artificial intelligence

could have on the education field. When it comes to putting AI

into educational settings, it is essential to consider

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pedagogical, ethical, and infrastructure considerations, as this

article explains. It accomplishes this to foster equitable and

improved educational experiences while preserving the core

principles that underpin education.