AI IN SRI LANKAN UNIVERSITIES: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF ITS IMPACT ON EDUCATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY AND STUDENT EXPERIENCE
W.S. Kodippili*
Institute of Technology University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Session: Technical Session E
Abstract
This systematic review explores the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on university life and the sustainability of learning in Sri Lanka. AI technology is reshaping the landscape of higher education, influencing everything from personalized learning experiences to administrative efficiency and resource optimization. The primary objective of this review is to assess the existing body of research on AI applications in Sri Lankan universities, focusing on how AI-driven solutions can enhance educational sustainability and improve student experiences. Methodologically, a comprehensive search of academic databases was conducted, and ten studies were selected based on relevance to AI in Sri Lankan education. Key findings highlight that AI technologies are instrumental in adaptive learning, improving student engagement, and predicting academic success. This review concludes that AI offers significant benefits by enhancing learning quality, fostering inclusivity, and optimizing resources while also identifying infrastructural and policy challenges that must be addressed. Overall, AI presents a promising future for the development of a sustainable educational ecosystem in Sri Lanka.
Keywords: Artificial Intelligence (AI), educational sustainability, student engagement, university education
DOI: 10.64752/EWCN1373