Navigating Legal and Ethical Boundaries in the AI Classroom - EDU-X730U
Course Description
Develop Responsible AI Policies and Ethical AI Implementation
This comprehensive course addresses the critical legal and ethical considerations surrounding artificial intelligence integration in educational settings. Participants will learn to navigate complex privacy laws (FERPA, COPPA), understand data protection requirements, develop responsible AI policies, and create frameworks for ethical AI implementation. The course combines legal expertise with practical classroom applications, providing educators and administrators with the knowledge needed to use AI tools confidently while protecting students and institutions from legal risks. Through real-world case studies and interactive scenarios, participants will develop skills in threat detection, bias mitigation, and stakeholder communication around AI adoption.
Learner Outcomes
- Evaluate and implement legally compliant AI policies and procedures that protect student data privacy while enabling effective educational technology use
- Identify, assess, and mitigate potential legal and ethical risks associated with AI tool adoption in educational settings
- Develop stakeholder communication strategies and frameworks for responsible AI integration that address parent concerns and community trust
- Build a working knowledge of best practices when implementing AI tools and pedagogy with students
Course Details
Number of Units: 2.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: K-12 teachers involved in AI implementation decisions, School administrators, district technology coordinators, curriculum directors, instructional technology specialists, educational policy makers, school board members, legal compliance officers, and professional development coordinators.
Course Materials: No textbook requirement.
Applies Towards the Following Certificate(s), Professional Programs and Series
- AI in Education Series : Courses - Enroll in One or More