EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE IN TEACHER EDUCATION IN THE ERA OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Abstract

This paper discusses equity and social justice in teacher education in the era of artificial intelligence based on the observation of the existence of inequality and injustice in the system as a result of which many teacher candidates have been denied certain rights and privileges. For teacher education to serve its purpose of meeting the needs of all teacher candidates irrespective of religious, cultural, ethnic, and gender differences; learning challenges; physical disabilities; and language barriers, it must be all-inclusive and accessible. This is only possible if and when there is fair and equal treatment among all stakeholders.Hence, the discussion on equity and social justice in teacher education becomes necessary. Meanwhile, artificial intelligence has been discussed as a relevant instrument for promoting equity and social justice in teacher education, most especially now that AI technologies are utilized in education for diverse purposes.