2.1 Ethical and Legal Foundations of AI in Higher Education
Explore the ethical and legal principles that guide the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence in higher education. This unit introduces key concepts such as fairness, transparency, accountability, and data protection, helping institutional leaders ensure AI serves educational values and respects human rights.
👉 Start with the video for a quick overview.
👉 Now, read the document to explore the topic in more depth.
👉 Finish with the task to reflect and apply what you’ve learned.
Reflect on how AI is currently used (or could be used) in your institution. Identify one potential ethical risk (e.g., bias, data misuse, lack of transparency) and suggest one action your institution could take to mitigate it. (Write up to 200–300 words.)
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