The Future of Learning: Ethical and Philosophical Implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Integration in Education
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This study examines the ethical and philosophical implications of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) in education. In today's digital era, AI holds promise for enhancing educational quality and accessibility through personalized learning, data analysis, and task automation. However, it raises ethical concerns, such as data privacy, algorithmic bias, and reduced human interaction. To explore these issues, we conducted a literature review of academic sources, including journals and research reports. Our findings suggest that while AI can improve learning efficiency and personalization, significant concerns remain regarding student data privacy and diminished teacher-student interaction. Algorithmic bias presents a risk of exacerbating educational disparities. These results align with constructivist theory, which supports adaptive learning, yet conflict with humanist theory, which values human interaction. This research underscores the importance of addressing ethical and philosophical considerations in AI's educational integration. It suggests the need for policies that are both ethical and inclusive and calls for stricter regulations to tackle privacy and bias issues. Additionally, training educators to use AI effectively and ethically is essential. This study contributes to the discourse by highlighting these critical aspects and offering a foundation for developing responsible AI applications in education.
Institution: Sunan Gunung Djati State Islamic University Bandung
Language: English
Subfield: Information Systems
Field: Computer Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4410112766