Navigating the Ethical and Legal Landscape of AI in Healthcare Education

Session Description: As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize all knowledge work, it is crucial for professionals in continuing education for healthcare professions (CE) to consider the ethical and legal implications of integrating various AI capabilities into their processes. This 90-minute panel session will empower participants to navigate the complex AI landscape to develop policies that take into account ethical, legal, and privacy considerations for your organization.

Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the key issues s surrounding AI in healthcare education, focusing on

Ethical considerations: Plagiarism, transparency, distinguishing between ethical and unethical AI tools, and ensuring the responsible use of AI in educational content creation and delivery.

Privacy concerns: Protecting sensitive personal data and trade secrets when working with AI and adhering to relevant privacy regulations.

Ownership and intellectual property: Understanding how copyright law applies to AI-generated content and navigating the challenges of attributing ownership.

Interactive group activities will be woven throughout the workshop culminating in drafting AI guidelines tailored to organizational needs. To support this activity, participants will use AI on their devices throughout the program to research information and resources to complete activities. The group activities will be complemented by short lecture-style presentations, which may include video interviews with experts in ethics and intellectual property law. We will offer valuable insights into best practices and real-world applications, providing participants with the necessary background knowledge and inspiration to inform the guideline development process.

By the end of the session, participants will take away:

A clear understanding of the ethical and legal implications of using AI in healthcare education.

A framework for developing responsible and compliant AI-driven educational initiatives.

Practical strategies for addressing common ethical and legal challenges related to AI in CE programs.

A network of peers and experts who can provide ongoing support and guidance as they navigate the evolving landscape of AI in healthcare education.

This session aligns with the conference theme, "Expand Perspectives, Inspire Possibilities," by broadening participants' perspectives on the role of AI in healthcare education and inspiring them to approach AI integration with a focus on ethics, responsibility, and compliance. The session will empower participants to think critically about how they can leverage AI to enhance their educational offerings while navigating potential pitfalls and challenges by providing a comprehensive overview of the ethical and legal considerations surrounding AI.

Through the collaborative group activity and the sharing of insights and ideas, participants will be inspired to develop innovative, responsible, and compliant AI-driven educational initiatives that push the boundaries of what is possible in CE. They will leave the session with a renewed sense of purpose and a practical roadmap for integrating AI into their processes to promote quality, equity, and lifelong learning in healthcare education.