Understanding GenAI Beliefs of International Teachers in the US, India, Qatar, Colombia, and the Philippines (Stage 1, 1:50 PM)

• In Event: e-Lightning Ed-Talk Session 13 - Stage 1

Abstract

As generative AI (GenAI) enters classrooms worldwide, understanding what shapes teachers’ beliefs is critical for guiding policy and professional development. This study analyzes survey responses from 1,407 K-12 teachers in the United States, India, Qatar, Colombia, and the Philippines to examine how teacher characteristics, institutional context, and prior GenAI use predict beliefs about its educational value and risks. Using multiple regression models, we assess three outcomes: beliefs in GenAI’s positive impact, concerns about plagiarism, and concerns about reduced student creativity. Findings show that digital confidence, structured training, and institutional support are key predictors of positive beliefs, while concerns vary by GenAI readiness perceptions and country context. Results offer practical insights for advancing AI-integrated teaching globally.

Authors

• Rosie Le Xiu, University of Southern California

• Stephen J. Aguilar, University of Southern California

• Reem Al-Sulaiti, world innovation summit for education (WISE)

• Maimoona Junjunia, World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE)

• Selma Talha-Jebril, World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE)