INTEGRATION: Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies
Vol. 1 No. 2 (2026): INTEGRATION: Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies - August

ChatGPT in education: a systematic literature review of pedagogical applications, benefits, challenges, and future directions

Widayati Widayati (Institut Pangeran Dharma Kusuma Indramayu, Jawa Barat, Indonesia)
Lutfi Rohmawati (Universitas Kuningan, Kuningan, Jawa Barat, Indonesia)



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Publish Date
04 Aug 2026

Abstract

Purpose: to systematically review the existing literature on the use of ChatGPT in education by examining its pedagogical applications, educational benefits, ethical challenges, and future research directions. Method: this study used a systematic literature review (SLR) based on PRISMA guidelines. A total of 25 articles published between 2023 and 2026 were analyzed to identify the applications, benefits, challenges, and future directions of ChatGPT in education. Findings: ChatGPT supports education through personalized learning, tutoring, feedback, teaching assistance, and research support. However, challenges remain regarding academic integrity, information accuracy, privacy, and ethical implementation. Future research should focus on effective and responsible AI integration in education. Implications: this study highlights the importance of integrating ChatGPT in education through evidence-based pedagogical strategies, AI literacy development, and ethical governance to maximize its benefits while minimizing potential risks. Originality: this study provides an original synthesis of recent research on ChatGPT in education by identifying emerging applications, pedagogical benefits, ethical challenges, and future research directions through a systematic review framework.

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integration

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INTEGRATION: Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies, with registration number ISSN 3123-6928 (online), is a scientific journal of multidisciplinary studies published by SCM Publishing. This journal discusses issues related to all integrated scientific fields. The aim of publishing this journal is to ...