Ethical Considerations in AI-Based Assistive Technologies in Education

Artificial intelligence (AI) integration in education is extending rapidly. Ethical concerns, including bias, fairness, and accessibility, must be principles to ensure inclusive and equal learning experiences. This course aims to introduce different ethical concerns, potential responses, the safety measures teachers can take before implementing them in the classroom and how students and teachers can employ AI-based assistive technology to foster positive learning environments. It starts by illustrating the inclusion of AI technology in the classroom.

The following section will teach you about identifying assistive technology tools. Connecting its usage with policies and procedures will be comprehended in detail. Next, you will learn about technology usage to enhance planning, support teaching, and improve assessment. Maintaining privacy, data security, and informed consent will be explained when using AI-based assistive technology. Also, you will understand the privacy concerns teachers and students should be aware of before engaging with digital technologies.

Digital technologies should support teaching and improve learning outcomes. Many AI-based technologies are free of charge, but this unpaid usage may come at the cost of data collection. You will discover several questions teachers should ask about data security and privacy before its usage. Avoiding harm and minimizing risk to students using AI-based assistive technologies will be discussed. The final section will explain how to allow student autonomy and independence when using AI-based assistive technologies.