Pedagogy without Borders: New Frontiers of Teaching and Technology

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing open pedagogy, transforming how educational resources are created, personalized, and distributed (Ossiannilsson et al., 2024). This session explores the transformative role of AI in Open Educational Resources (OERs), emphasizing ethical considerations and the importance of inclusivity. It investigates how AI tools can enhance OER development, support personalized learning, and expand accessibility, ultimately promoting equitable educational practices.

The session highlights how AI can contribute to content creation, such as automating the generation of learning materials and offering real-time language translations, making educational content accessible to a broader audience. AI also plays a key role in personalized learning, tailoring content to meet diverse learning styles and needs while supporting Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles that prioritize flexibility and inclusivity in education.

However, with the integration of AI in education comes the responsibility to address ethical challenges. Algorithmic bias, data privacy concerns, transparency, and inequality in representation remain significant hurdles. This session will explore how bias can influence AI-driven content and ways to ensure greater fairness in educational material generation. Transparency and accountability are crucial to maintaining trust in AI-powered tools, and the session will propose strategies for educators and developers to enhance ethical practices.

A focus will also be placed on strategies for ethical AI use, including bias mitigation techniques, inclusive design principles, and the use of open licensing models that encourage collaboration and adaptation. The session will emphasize the importance of global collaboration in AI-driven OER development, showcasing how diverse content creation can lead to richer educational experiences for all learners.

Key tools and technologies currently supporting ethical AI integration in OERs will be reviewed, offering participants a clearer understanding of platforms that prioritize inclusivity and responsible content development. These tools demonstrate how AI can be harnessed to create scalable, high-quality educational resources that meet diverse learner needs while upholding ethical standards.

The presentation will conclude by reflecting on the future expectations of AI in open pedagogy, exploring emerging trends and the ongoing challenges that must be addressed to ensure responsible AI implementation. Key areas for future development include enhancing algorithmic fairness, improving data privacy measures, and fostering greater educator involvement in AI tool development and evaluation.

Overall, this session aims to inspire educational stakeholders to leverage AI tools responsibly and inclusively, empowering them to create OERs that reflect diverse perspectives and learning needs while upholding the highest standards of equity and ethical practice.