How Students Use Generative AI: Insights from a Czech Survey

Luc, Ladislav; Fediaeva, Polina; Sedláček, Jiří

doi:10.2478/acc-2025-0013

Abstract

This article examines the utilization of generative artificial intelligence (GAI) tools among students from Czech universities across various fields of study. Based on a quantitative survey (February to May 2025) of 228 respondents, the study identifies the most frequently used GAI tools and examines students’ experiences, benefits, and concerns. Using descriptive statistics, the findings reveal a high adoption rate among information technology (IT) students, highlighting both positive impacts on learning and motivation, as well as concerns about reliability and ethical issues. Analysis revealed that the number of GAI tools has a positive influence on the frequency of GAI tool use, and the degree of study has a negative influence on this relationship.

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