Profiles of AI Dependency: A Latent Class Analysis of Filipino Students' Academic Competencies

arXiv:2604.27349v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: The increasing dependency among Filipino college students on artificial intelligence (AI) poses concerns about the potential decline of fundamental academic competencies. This study examines the extent of AI dependency and its perceived effects on students' critical thinking, writing skills, learning independence, research skills, and academic engagement. Using a cross-sectional research design, data was collected from 651 students enrolled in hi