Dilemmas in AI-Integrated Classrooms and Relationship to Teachers’ AI Experience (Poster 45)

• In Event: AERA Poster Session Sunday 8:00 a.m.
  In Poster Session: Integrating Generative AI in Education: Challenges and Opportunities

Abstract

As the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes more widespread in K-12 classrooms, research is needed to support our understanding of its impact on teaching and learning. Towards this end, this study analyzes video reflections from teacher participants who were enrolled in a professional development program focused on AI integration. The study explores the dilemmas that participants encountered as they engaged with AI. Findings indicate that as teachers began experimenting with AI, their dilemmas shifted from being primarily pedagogical towards becoming increasingly ethical over time. Based on these insights, the article proposes recommendations for the design of future teacher professional development programs aimed at technology integration in education.

Authors

• Runlan Zeng, University of Pennsylvania

• Tess Bernhard, University of Pennsylvania

• Sarah Schneider Kavanagh, University of Pennsylvania