Educational research has witnessed profound changes in recent decades as society becomes increasingly digital and interconnected. This paper delves into the intersections between AI, design-based research, and the learning sciences. As classrooms, whether physical or virtual, have evolved into hubs of diverse interactions, there is a pressing need for research methods that resonate with modern challenges. AI has emerged as a transformative force in education. This convergence of AI with design-based methodologies promises a reimagined educational landscape, where tools once deemed futuristic become integral to teaching and learning. The study further explores the implications of this integration and charts a potential roadmap for AI's deeper assimilation into academic realms.