THE CURRENT STATE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE APPLICATION IN TEACHING AND LEARNING GEOGRAPHY IN HIGH SCHOOLS

Nguyen Thi Hien; Le Minh Thong; Tran Thi Phuong

Nguyen Thi Hien*	nthien.dhsp@hueuni.edu.vn	University of Education, Hue University 34 Le Loi, Thuan Hoa ward, Hue City, Vietnam
Tran Thi Phuong	phuongtt.quochochue@gmail.com	Quoc hoc Hue High school 12 Le Loi, Thuan Hoa ward, Hue City, Vietnam
Le Minh Thong	leminhthong2k3@gmail.com	University of Education, Hue University 34 Le Loi, Thuan Hoa ward, Hue City, Vietnam

Summary:

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a significant technology in education, particularly in the teaching and learning of Geography in high schools. This article analyzes the results of a survey on the current state of AI application in Geography education, based on responses from 633 students and 126 high school Geography teachers across various provinces and cities. The findings indicate that while AI has begun to be commonly used in both teaching and learning, the level of usage remains uneven. Some teachers and students have regular access, whereas many still face technological challenges and a lack of supportive resources. Although AI offers several benefits, such as increasing learning engagement and fostering critical thinking skills, it also presents risks, including reduced self-directed learning and a higher potential for plagiarism. The study recommends raising awareness, providing skills training, and strengthening technological infrastructure to optimize the effective integration of AI in Geography education.

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Keywords:

Artificial intelligence

teaching Geography

educational technology

AI application

high school.

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Journal:

No. 7, July 2025

VIETNAM JOURNAL OF EDUCATIONAL SCIENCES

THE VIETNAM NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EDUCATIONAL SCIENCES

THE CURRENT STATE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE APPLICATION IN TEACHING AND LEARNING GEOGRAPHY IN HIGH SCHOOLS