AI & Moral Ethics

AI's growing role in education is raising significant ethical concerns. This podcast discussion of Dr Neil Hopkin's latest article explores the tensions between the promises of personalised learning and the potential for bias, data exploitation, and cultural insensitivity. It examines the need for robust ethical codes and regulatory frameworks to ensure that AI in education promotes equity, protects student autonomy and privacy, and supports the role of teachers. The article emphasises the importance of transparency, accountability, and community input in shaping the development and deployment of AI tools in schools. The podcast discusses the author's conclusion that a moral foundation for AI in education must prioritise human dignity and creativity, preventing corporate interests from overshadowing the well-being of learners.