THE INTEGRATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) AND ACTIVE LEARNING FOR DEVELOPING LEARNER COMPETENCIES IN THE 21ST CENTURY

Abstract

The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has significantly transformed educational systems and learning practices worldwide. Educational institutions are therefore required to shift from traditional knowledge transmission toward competency-based education through Active Learning, which promotes critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, and lifelong learning. This academic article aims to (1) examine the roles of Artificial Intelligence in supporting Active Learning and (2) synthesize an integrated framework for enhancing learners' competencies in the twenty-first century through AI-supported Active Learning. Documentary research and knowledge synthesis were employed by reviewing books, research articles, and reports from national and international organizations.

The findings indicate that AI effectively supports personalized learning, instructional design, learning material development, assessment, learning analytics, and immediate feedback. Meanwhile, Active Learning encourages learners to construct knowledge through authentic practice, collaborative learning, problem-solving, discussion, and reflection. The systematic integration of AI and Active Learning significantly contributes to developing essential competencies, including critical thinking, creativity, communication, collaboration, digital literacy, AI literacy, and lifelong learning.

          This article proposes the AI–Active Learning Competency Integration (AI–ALCI) Model, which explains the relationships among AI-supported instructional design, active learning processes, personalized learning, competency development, and ethical AI implementation. Successful implementation requires teacher professional development, AI literacy, ethical governance, and personal data protection to ensure sustainable educational quality and learner development.