Predictive Models Based on Data Mining for Optimizing Academic Performance at the University Level

  • Freddy Enrique Triana-Litardo Universidad César Vallejo, Piura, Piura, Perú.
  • Carlos Eduardo Zulueta-Cueva Universidad César Vallejo, Piura, Piura, Perú.
Keywords: Academic performance, higher education, artificial intelligence, (UNESCO Thesaurus).

Abstract

The overall objective of the research was to analyze predictive models based on data mining for the optimization of academic performance at the university level. The research method was a literature review, whose methodological development included the stages of collection, selection, analysis, and interpretation of literature. The coherent presentation of the findings derived from this process contributed to the construction of knowledge in the field of learning. Relevant and pertinent literature from reliable sources, such as peer-reviewed articles, was used. It is concluded that scientific research demonstrates the potential of predictive models based on data mining and machine learning to improve academic performance in higher education. These tools are not only highly accurate but also enable the prediction of which students will fail or drop out up to two semesters in advance. This development represents a major advance in academic administration.

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Author Biographies

Freddy Enrique Triana-Litardo, Universidad César Vallejo, Piura, Piura, Perú.
Carlos Eduardo Zulueta-Cueva, Universidad César Vallejo, Piura, Piura, Perú.

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Published
2026-07-01
Section
De Investigación