Análisis del uso de tecnología de inteligencia artificial en las actividades académicas de las instituciones universitarias del Ecuador: Caso: Universidad Técnica de Machala(UTMACH)

Abstract

Abstract: Within the scope of artificial intelligence (AI), it has managed to have a very significant impact on various sectors, and higher education is no exception. At universities in Ecuador, the incorporation of AI-based technology has improved teaching and thereby optimized academic management, facilitating administrative processes. Among these are tools such as virtual assistants, data analysis systems, and automated platforms, which have proven to possess great potential to transform the way teachers and students interact with knowledge. This research analyzes how artificial intelligence is applied and used in the academic tasks of universities in Ecuador. Its benefits are examined, such as personalized teaching and operational efficiency, as well as related challenges, such as access, ethics, and dependence on technology. It is essential, despite its growing use, to analyze how these tools influence educational quality and their successful integration within the university context. Therefore, this research seeks to provide a critical analysis of the role of AI in higher education in Ecuador and its implications for the future.