Speaker
Description
Ojebisi, A. O.
Federal College of Education (Special), Oyo
ojebisi.amos1325@fcesoyo.edu.ng
Track: AI, Emerging Technologies and Future Learning
The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on education in general and special education in particular is a topic of significant importance as AI continues to change numerous sectors. The integration of AI technology in special education has introduced numerous possibilities and benefits. However, it also raises ethical concerns that demand careful consideration. This research work explores the ethical implications associated with the implementation of AI in special education. Prominent among the ethical challenges considered in this paper include privacy and data security, bias and fairness, transparency and explainability, accountability and responsibility, as well as social and environmental impact, as they relate to and affect special education. Drawing on the works of notable special education researcher, it examines the moral considerations inherent in the use of artificial intelligence technologies in special educational settings. This review analyses the challenges and ethical ramifications of AI in special education and suggests strategies for responsible implementation. The importance of this study is underscored by its focus on balancing the integration of AI into special education, emphasising the indispensability of human educators, and then offers perspectives on ensuring fairness, transparency, and inclusivity in AI-enhanced special education. Addressing these ethical issues is vital for upholding academic integrity, promoting equitable access, and maintaining human engagement in educational settings in general and in special education in particular.