Sutrisno Sutrisno, Abdul Azis, Mohammad Bhanu Setyawan, Dinie Anggraeni Dewi, Yayuk Hidayah, Muhammad Hakiki, Mustofa Abi Hamid, Radinal Fadli
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into higher education is reshaping learning practices globally, including in Indonesia, where technological advancement intersects with the need to preserve local cultural values. This study examines Indonesian university students’ readiness for AI-based project learning that reinforces local wisdom. A quantitative survey was conducted across four universities to assess students’ technological literacy, attitudes toward AI in learning, and awareness of cultural value integration. The findings reveal that although students generally possess high levels of technological literacy, their readiness to apply AI-based project learning within culturally grounded contexts varies considerably. Key influencing factors include access to technological resources, prior exposure to AI applications, and institutional support. A significant positive correlation was identified between technological literacy and readiness, indicating that strengthening digital competence may enhance students’ preparedness for culturally contextualised AI learning. The study highlights the need for context-sensitive curricula and training that simultaneously foster technological fluency and cultural awareness, supporting inclusive and future-oriented educational practices. © 2025 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.
Department Civic Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Ponorogo, East Java, Ponorogo Regency, Indonesia; Department of Primary School Teacher Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Makasar, Makasar City, Indonesia; Department of Informatics, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Muhammadiyah Ponorogo, East Java, Ponorogo Regency, Indonesia; Department of Primary School Teacher Education, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Bandung, Indonesia; Department of Civics and Legal Education, Faculty of Social Sciences, Law and Political Sciences, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta, Indonesia; Department of Information Technology Education, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Surabaya, Indonesia; Department of Electrical Engineering Vocational Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Serang City, Indonesia; Department of Information Technology Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Lampung, Bandar Lampung City, Indonesia
