Authors :
Mekam Kontche Steve
Volume/Issue :
Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 8 - August
Google Scholar :
https://tinyurl.com/48ztyud2
Scribd :
https://tinyurl.com/37nkbsvx
DOI :
https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24AUG1297
Abstract :
Large Language Models (LLMs) have
revolutionized natural language processing, offering
significant advancements in educational software through
applications like personalized learning and virtual
tutoring. This position paper investigates the ethical
considerations for companies integrating LLMs into
educational tools. Key issues include data privacy, with a
focus on safeguarding sensitive student information
against breaches while ensuring transparency and
consent. The paper highlights the risk of misinformation,
as LLMs might generate incorrect or misleading content
that could affect students’ learning. It also addresses
concerns about algorithmic bias, which can lead to unfair
treatment of students from diverse backgrounds, and the
potential over-reliance on AI, which may undermine
critical thinking and human oversight. Additionally, the
paper explores the challenge of equitable access to LLM-
based technologies, particularly in underserved
communities. The analysis concludes with practical
recommendations for companies, including robust data
protection measures, balanced AI integration with human
oversight, and strategies to enhance access for all
students. By emphasizing these ethical challenges, the
paper aims to guide responsible AI implementation in
education, ensuring that technological advancements
benefit all learners fairly and effectively.
Keywords :
Large Language Models — Artificial Intelligence — Education — Educational Technologies — Responsible AI.
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Large Language Models (LLMs) have
revolutionized natural language processing, offering
significant advancements in educational software through
applications like personalized learning and virtual
tutoring. This position paper investigates the ethical
considerations for companies integrating LLMs into
educational tools. Key issues include data privacy, with a
focus on safeguarding sensitive student information
against breaches while ensuring transparency and
consent. The paper highlights the risk of misinformation,
as LLMs might generate incorrect or misleading content
that could affect students’ learning. It also addresses
concerns about algorithmic bias, which can lead to unfair
treatment of students from diverse backgrounds, and the
potential over-reliance on AI, which may undermine
critical thinking and human oversight. Additionally, the
paper explores the challenge of equitable access to LLM-
based technologies, particularly in underserved
communities. The analysis concludes with practical
recommendations for companies, including robust data
protection measures, balanced AI integration with human
oversight, and strategies to enhance access for all
students. By emphasizing these ethical challenges, the
paper aims to guide responsible AI implementation in
education, ensuring that technological advancements
benefit all learners fairly and effectively.
Keywords :
Large Language Models — Artificial Intelligence — Education — Educational Technologies — Responsible AI.