Ethics and Artificial Intelligence in Education: educational Innovation and Governance in Latin America
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artificial intelligence, ethics, educational technology, educational innovation, digital learningAbstract
Introduction: The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) has precipitated a structural shift in teaching and management models in Hispano-America, moving from peripheral digitization to a profound reconfiguration of the educational act. The objective is to analyze the ethical dilemmas and innovation opportunities arising from this technological integration. Methods: A qualitative design was used based on a systematic literature review (SLR) following PRISMA protocols and the SALSA framework. Articles from Scopus and Web of Science published between 2018 and 2026 were analyzed, using iterative thematic coding to identify dimensions of governance, equity, and privacy. Results: Findings highlight AI's potential for massive personalization through adaptive systems and the optimization of teaching work. However, critical risks emerge such as algorithmic bias, decision-making opacity, student data privacy violations, and the academic integrity crisis caused by generative AI. Conclusions: AI should act as a complementary human-centered tool, not a substitute for teacher judgment. The urgent implementation of ethical governance policies, investment in critical digital literacy, and guarantees of equity in access are required to prevent technology from deepening pre-existing social inequalities in the region.
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