Teachers’ Use of Generative AI as a Learning Companion: A Qualitative Study of Adoption and Classroom Pedagogical Practices in Indonesian Elementary Schools
Year: 2026
Type: conference-paper
Abstract: This study explores how elementary school teachers in Indonesia use generative AI as a learning companion, what drives its adoption, and how teacher-AI interaction is reflected in classroom learning quality. Using a qualitative approach, data was collected through interviews with ten teachers and classroom observations of six teachers in Jakarta. Findings reveal that teachers use AI not only for operational tasks but also as a safe personal learning space to develop competencies beyond formal training. Adoption is driven by all five of Rogers' innovation attributes, with social networks as the key enabler. Classroom observations indicate that all observed classes reached the Meaningful Learning level, suggesting that AI-supported preparation may be reflected in richer classroom practices when mediated by teacher agency.
Authors: Nayla Aufa Karenina, Ubaidah
Institution: Binus University
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W7216192519