ChatGPT and Student Engagement: A Systematic Review & Meta-Analysis

2025-02-16

In this episode, we dive deep into a groundbreaking study published in Computers & Education: Artificial Intelligence by researchers Yuk Mui Elly Heung and Thomas K.F. Chiu from The Chinese University of Hong Kong. This systematic review and meta-analysis explore the effects of ChatGPT on student behavioral, cognitive, and emotional engagement. The study analyzed 766 articles, selecting 17 empirical studies covering 1,735 students, comparing ChatGPT-based learning with traditional methods. The results? ChatGPT significantly enhances student engagement, acting as:

In this episode, we dive deep into a groundbreaking study published in Computers & Education: Artificial Intelligence by researchers Yuk Mui Elly Heung and Thomas K.F. Chiu from The Chinese University of Hong Kong. This systematic review and meta-analysis explore the effects of ChatGPT on student behavioral, cognitive, and emotional engagement.

The study analyzed 766 articles, selecting 17 empirical studies covering 1,735 students, comparing ChatGPT-based learning with traditional methods. The results? ChatGPT significantly enhances student engagement, acting as:

🔹 A personalized tutor

🔹 A technical assistant for programming

🔹 A collaborative tool for content generation

However, the study also highlights potential risks, such as over-reliance on AI and reduced critical thinking. We break down the findings and discuss how educators can maximize the benefits while mitigating the drawbacks.

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