Empower Students Now
Empower Students Now

103. Empowering Students with Ethical Reasoning in the Age of AI

20 December 2025 13:50 Amanda Werner

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In this episode of the Empower Students Now podcast, host Amanda Werner delves into the crucial skill of ethical reasoning. With the advent of AI and its pervasive impact on education and social dynamics, Amanda emphasizes the importance of teaching students to navigate complex, gray-area situations where right and wrong aren't always clear-cut. She discusses practical strategies to help students identify ethical dilemmas, understand multiple perspectives, and reflect on their choices. The episode offers insights for educators on integrating ethical reasoning into everyday teaching and provides resources like an editable slideshow and ethical dilemma scenarios to facilitate learning. Amanda also shares personal anecdotes to illustrate the challenge and necessity of fostering ethical understanding in a rapidly evolving world.

00:00 Introduction to Essential Skills for Students
01:21 Understanding Ethical Reasoning
02:12 Real-Life Ethical Dilemmas in Schools
03:05 Guiding Students Through Ethical Reasoning
08:19 Teaching Ethical Reasoning in the Classroom
10:55 Conclusion and Reflection

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