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The Ethical Use of AI Technology Applications among IPMA Students in Malaysia

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Mohammad Khairuddin Majidillah1, *, Mohd Erfino Johari1, Adila Abdullah1, Norfarahin Amat Adnin1, Saifuddin Mohtaram1, Norazmi Anas2, Amran Abdul Halim3, Anaztasia Natasha Muhamad Ramlan4
1Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia (UPTM), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Perak Branch, Tapah Campus, Tapah Road, Malaysia
3Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
4Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Melaka Branch, Alor Gajah Campus, Malacca, Malaysia
*Corresponding author. Email: khairuddin@uptm.edu.my
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Mohammad Khairuddin Majidillah
Available Online 28 April 2026.
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Keywords
Ethical use; AI technology applications; IPMA students
Abstract

The increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) applications in education presents both benefits and ethical challenges. This study investigates the ethical use of AI among students in institutions under the Majlis Amanah Rakyat Education System (IPMA), including UPTM, UniKL, KPTM, and KPM. A quantitative survey of 438 students assessed four main constructs: AI Usage Intensity, Ethical Awareness, Ethical Risk Perception, and Ethical Framework Development. Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) was used to analyze the relationships among variables. Findings reveal widespread AI usage, particularly tools like ChatGPT and Grammarly, with students reporting high comfort and perceived learning benefits. However, concerns regarding data privacy and academic integrity are prominent. Ethical Awareness and Risk Perception were found to significantly mediate the relationship between AI Usage and support for an institutional ethical framework. The structural model explained 68.5% of the variance in framework support. These results highlight students’ readiness for AI adoption, coupled with a strong desire for clear ethical guidance. The study recommends the development of inclusive and transparent AI governance frameworks within IPMA institutions, supported by awareness programs and ethical training. The findings contribute to the growing body of research on responsible AI use in Malaysian higher education.

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Proceedings of the International Conference on Cross- Disciplinary Academic Research 2025 - Track 1 Advances in Computing, Electronics, Engineering, and Mathematics (ICAR-T1 2025)
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Advances in Engineering Research
Publication Date
28 April 2026
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978-94-6239-636-4
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2352-5401
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10.2991/978-94-6239-636-4_20How to use a DOI?
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© 2026 The Author(s)
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