The Effectiveness of Artificial Intelligence Platforms in Developing Moral Identity Among Middle School Students

Abstract

The present study aims to identify the effectiveness of artificial intelligence (AI) platforms in developing moral self among secondary school students. To achieve this objective, a null hypothesis was formulated. The research was limited to a sample of fourth-grade secondary students for the academic year 2024–2025. The study adopted an experimental design known as the two independent groups design with one independent variable. A sample was selected for the study, and the researcher statistically equated the students of both groups using the t-test for two independent samples.

The Moral Self Scale developed by Al-Sheibani (2019), based on Blasi’s (1993) definition of moral self, was employed. The scale consists of four domains: moral centrality, moral judgment, moral orientation, and moral emotion. It includes 34 items, each answered using a four-point Likert scale: (strongly applies to me, moderately applies to me, does not apply to me, does not apply to me at all). Data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). The statistical procedures utilized included: the t-test for independent samples, Cronbach’s alpha coefficient, item discrimination indices, and item difficulty coefficients.

The results revealed statistically significant differences in the mean scores of moral self between the two study groups, in favor of the experimental group that was taught using AI-based platforms. Based on these findings, the study reached several conclusions and recommendations.

Conclusions:

1. Teaching through AI platforms demonstrated high effectiveness in developing the moral self of fourth-grade secondary students compared to the traditional method.
2. The use of smart platforms enhanced student engagement, particularly among shy students, by providing a safe and stimulating environment for participation and discussion.

Recommendations:

1. The Ministry of Education should adopt AI platforms as supportive instructional tools within school curricula, particularly in subjects aimed at cultivating values and moral self.
2. The Ministry of Education should train teachers to use AI platforms effectively and develop their skills in designing interactive activities that enhance moral learning.

Suggestions for Future Research:

1. Conduct similar studies on different samples and age groups.

Conduct a study titled "The Effectiveness of a Program for Developing Moral Self and Its Impact on Academic Motivation among Secondary Students."

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