Research Article

The Ethical Compass of Digital Classrooms: Teachers’ Perspectives on AI Ethics in Education

Volume: 10 Number: 1 March 31, 2026
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The Ethical Compass of Digital Classrooms: Teachers’ Perspectives on AI Ethics in Education

Abstract

The aim of the study is to examine primary school teachers’ perspectives on the ethics of artificial intelligence [AI] in education in depth. The research was conducted using a phenomenological design. The study group consisted of 62 primary school teachers working in Türkiye. Data were analyzed using an inductive content analysis approach, allowing themes and categories to emerge directly from the participants’ responses. The results indicate that teachers recognize both the potential benefits and challenges of AI in classroom settings. Participants highlighted concerns regarding ethical risks, the need for effective control and oversight of AI tools, precautions against technical problems, and the impact of security vulnerabilities on student data. Teachers also emphasized the importance of ensuring privacy, fairness, and equal opportunities in AI-supported education, as well as informing stakeholders about AI decision-making processes. Furthermore, the results underscore the necessity of establishing clear ethical rules and assigning accountability for AI errors. These insights provide a comprehensive understanding of responsible AI implementation in educational contexts and offer guidance for policymakers, administrators, and educators aiming to integrate AI technologies in ways that enhance learning while upholding ethical and security standards.

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Supporting Institution

No financial or institutional support was received for this research.

Ethical Statement

The study was reviewed by the Muş Alparslan University Scientific Research and Publication Ethics Committee. The ethics review decision was issued on 10.02.2025 with Decision No 182174.

Thanks

The author declares that no individual or organization contributed to the study other than the author.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Classroom Education

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

March 31, 2026

Submission Date

December 17, 2025

Acceptance Date

March 13, 2026

Published in Issue

Year 2026 Volume: 10 Number: 1

APA
Arslan, A. (2026). The Ethical Compass of Digital Classrooms: Teachers’ Perspectives on AI Ethics in Education. Türk Akademik Yayınlar Dergisi (TAY Journal), 10(1), 99-155. https://izlik.org/JA92YE57HC
AMA
1.Arslan A. The Ethical Compass of Digital Classrooms: Teachers’ Perspectives on AI Ethics in Education. Türk Akademik Yayınlar Dergisi (TAY Journal). 2026;10(1):99-155. https://izlik.org/JA92YE57HC
Chicago
Arslan, Ayten. 2026. “The Ethical Compass of Digital Classrooms: Teachers’ Perspectives on AI Ethics in Education”. Türk Akademik Yayınlar Dergisi (TAY Journal) 10 (1): 99-155. https://izlik.org/JA92YE57HC.
EndNote
Arslan A (March 1, 2026) The Ethical Compass of Digital Classrooms: Teachers’ Perspectives on AI Ethics in Education. Türk Akademik Yayınlar Dergisi (TAY Journal) 10 1 99–155.
IEEE
[1]A. Arslan, “The Ethical Compass of Digital Classrooms: Teachers’ Perspectives on AI Ethics in Education”, Türk Akademik Yayınlar Dergisi (TAY Journal), vol. 10, no. 1, pp. 99–155, Mar. 2026, [Online]. Available: https://izlik.org/JA92YE57HC
ISNAD
Arslan, Ayten. “The Ethical Compass of Digital Classrooms: Teachers’ Perspectives on AI Ethics in Education”. Türk Akademik Yayınlar Dergisi (TAY Journal) 10/1 (March 1, 2026): 99-155. https://izlik.org/JA92YE57HC.
JAMA
1.Arslan A. The Ethical Compass of Digital Classrooms: Teachers’ Perspectives on AI Ethics in Education. Türk Akademik Yayınlar Dergisi (TAY Journal). 2026;10:99–155.
MLA
Arslan, Ayten. “The Ethical Compass of Digital Classrooms: Teachers’ Perspectives on AI Ethics in Education”. Türk Akademik Yayınlar Dergisi (TAY Journal), vol. 10, no. 1, Mar. 2026, pp. 99-155, https://izlik.org/JA92YE57HC.
Vancouver
1.Ayten Arslan. The Ethical Compass of Digital Classrooms: Teachers’ Perspectives on AI Ethics in Education. Türk Akademik Yayınlar Dergisi (TAY Journal) [Internet]. 2026 Mar. 1;10(1):99-155. Available from: https://izlik.org/JA92YE57HC

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