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Publication Date: 2025-May
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A Systemic Review of AI for Interdisciplinary Learning: Application Contexts, Roles, and Influences
Chang Cai1; Gaoxia Zhu2; Min Ma2
Education and Information Technologies, v30 n7 p9641-9687 2025
Interdisciplinary learning requires students to integrate knowledge and methods from different disciplines, prompting advanced skills development and knowledge construction by connecting diverse subjects. Artificial Intelligence (AI), with its rich information base and abilities to track learning and provide personalized support, has the potential to support interdisciplinary teaching and learning. Previous literature reviews either focus on AI in education in general or Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education, leaving the research trends, challenges, and opportunities of AI for interdisciplinary learning insufficiently examined. To address this gap, this systematic review synthesizes research on AI for interdisciplinary learning published from 2010 to 2023. Following the PRISMA guidelines, we conducted a meticulous analysis of 71 publications. We found that AI for interdisciplinary learning was primarily manifested in four forms: models, robots, systems, and conceptual frameworks, with varied frequencies. We summarized the diverse roles of AI in interdisciplinary learning: it not only enhances interactive, immersive, and personalized learning experiences, but also supports institutional and administrative services. AI has holistic influences on students and plays a significant role in supporting teachers' assessment and professional development. Moreover, the review uncovered the imbalance and limitations of current studies and suggested future research trends. This review provides a thorough understanding of AI for interdisciplinary learning, offering valuable insights for future research, teaching, and technological designs.
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Technology Uses in Education, Interdisciplinary Approach, Influence of Technology, Models, Robotics, Learning Experience, Educational Research, Educational Trends
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Language: English
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Author Affiliations: 1Nanyang Technological University, Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKC Medicine), Singapore, Singapore; 2Nanyang Technological University, National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, Singapore