Investigating the relationship between the use of artificial intelligence and critical thinking through the mediation of self-learning (Case Study: High School students)

Document Type : Original Article

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1 Department of Educational Administration, Farhangian University, Tehran

2 Department of Language Teaching, Farhangian University, Zanjan

10.22091/jrim.2025.11934.1171

Abstract

As a new tool, artificial intelligence (AI) plays an important role in the development of critical thinking and self-learning. By providing accurate analysis and simulation of various scenarios, this technology helps learners strengthen their analytical skills and creatively solve problems. In addidtion, artificial intelligence can accelerate the learning process by providing personalized feedback and allowing learners to use their critical thinking when faced with incorrect information. However, despite this importance, little information is available regarding the relationship between AI and students' critical thinking. Therefore, this study aims to understand the relationship between the use of AI and critical thinking with the mediation of self-learning. This study is descriptive and correlational in terms of its purpose, approach and data collection method. The research sample consisted of 380 high school students in Tarom city, Zanjan province, who were selected by simple random sampling, and data were collected using different scales. Data analysis was performed using the SPSS27 and PLS4 software. Based on the findings, the use of AI has a direct relationship with improving self-learning and critical thinking. The more AI is used, the more critical thinking and self-learning skills are improved.

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  • Receive Date: 17 December 2024
  • Revise Date: 01 March 2025
  • Accept Date: 05 March 2025

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