Ethical AI in Education: PK20 Leadership Perspectives on Policy + Privacy + Academic Integrity

Outline

1. Welcome & Introductions (10 minutes)
Moderator introduces the session theme and panelists.
Brief overview of ISTE Education Leader Standards being addressed.
Each panelist shares a 2-minute perspective on AI in their educational context (PK–12, higher ed, tech coordination, governance, etc.).
2. Guided Panel Discussion (40 minutes)

Key Questions:
Format - Question posed to one, others can add commentary

Vision & Strategy
How are you building a shared vision for AI use in your institution?
What strategic planning processes have helped guide ethical AI implementation?

Policy & Governance
What policies or frameworks have you developed or adopted to govern AI use?
How do you ensure transparency and accountability in AI decision-making?

Privacy & Ethics
What are the biggest data privacy concerns with AI in education?
How do you balance innovation with ethical responsibility?

Leadership & Capacity Building
What leadership practices support responsible AI integration?
How are you preparing educators and administrators to engage with AI tools?

Lessons Learned
What challenges have you faced, and what lessons can others learn from your experience?
Each panelist shares one actionable takeaway or recommendation for education leaders.
3. Audience Q&A (10 minutes)
Open the floor for questions from attendees.
Encourage dialogue around local implementation challenges and opportunities.
4. Closing

Outcomes

This session will offer diverse perspectives by featuring panelists from various roles across the PK–20 spectrum—including district leaders, higher education faculty, technology coordinators, and data governance experts.

Each brings unique insights into:
Policy development at different institutional levels
Privacy and ethical considerations for students and staff
Implementation challenges across K–12 and postsecondary environments
Leadership strategies for guiding responsible AI adoption
Technology administration and infrastructure readiness

Supporting research

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