Saint Mary’s University (SMU) proudly recognizes Dr. Elsa L. Cajucom, Director of the Center for Natural Sciences, for her research publication entitled “Artificial Intelligence (AI) Integration in Education: Teachers’ Utilization, Perceptions, and Implementation Challenges,” co-authored with Aprille Mae A. Bunuan-Dela Cruz of San Isidro Integrated School, Baggao East District, Department of Education – Division of Cagayan.

Published in a Scopus-indexed Q3 journal, the study explores how teachers use artificial intelligence in educational settings, their perceptions of AI integration, and the challenges they encounter in implementing it. It highlights the growing role of AI in teaching and learning, and the importance of understanding educators’ experiences as schools navigate the opportunities and challenges posed by emerging technologies.

The collaboration brings together research expertise from higher education and the practical experience of a public-school educator, demonstrating the value of partnerships between universities and basic education institutions in generating research relevant to contemporary educational concerns.

This publication reflects SMU’s continuing commitment to research excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the advancement of knowledge that responds to emerging needs in education. It also highlights the importance of producing scholarly work that contributes to informed and responsible integration of technology in teaching and learning.

SMU congratulates Dr. Cajucom and her collaborator on this scholarly achievement and their contribution to research on educational innovation and the responsible use of artificial intelligence.

Article Citation

Bunuan-Dela Cruz, A. M. A. & Cajucom, E. L. (2027). Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration ineducation: Teachers’ utilization, perceptions, and implementation challenges. International Journal of Technology in Education and Science (IJTES), 11(1), 166-183. https://doi.org/10.46328/ijtes.7426

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Written by: University Research Center