Generative AI and education: Exploring the interplay between teachers’ epistemic beliefs and self-regulated learning

Sui, C.-J., & Chang, C.-Y.

Teachers who critically evaluate AI content are better at planning their own learning, a key step for successfully adapting to GenAI.

What it found

This study surveyed 687 educators to analyze how their beliefs about AI-generated knowledge affect their self-regulated learning. It found that teachers who actively question and justify AI content use more effective learning planning strategies, whereas those with rigid views of AI output use rigid planning. Crucially, effective planning was found to be the necessary mediator that allows teachers to ultimately adapt to GenAI.

What it means for your work

When designing training for GenAI adoption, move beyond basic tool tutorials to focus on critical evaluation and prompt verification. Scaffold the learning experience by emphasizing initial goal-setting and planning, which directly drives an educator's ability to adapt. Avoid rigid, one-size-fits-all AI templates that might reinforce inflexible planning habits.

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