Systematic Review: Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Learning in Elementary and Secondary Schools

Abstract

This study explores GAI’s role in school education and its benefits for learning in elementary and secondary school settings. Education is an essential activity for people, communities, and societies and learning is a process for identifying patterns in the information we receive. Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) allows for a personalized approach to learning, increasing engagement and motivation. Some prior studies discuss the use of GAI in academic institutes and its effect on students and teachers. This investigation was performed by the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis) methodology. It was found that the most popular types of manuscripts used to communicate outcomes were journals and conference articles to answer our defined research questions. This study demonstrates that GAI is a valuable tool that enhances educational practices and learning outcomes but does not improve skills. The findings suggest that further research is essential to obtain more conclusive results and fully understand its impact on teaching and learning processes. The additional investigation helps clarify the potential benefits and limitations in schools.