Ethical Implications and Perspectives on the Utilization of Artificial Intelligence among Graduate Students in Public Administration in Basilan Province, Philippines

Lou Norman Flores and Frede Moreno

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Abstract: This study investigates the ethical implications and perspectives on the utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) among graduate students in public administration, focusing on Basilan Province, Philippines. Employing a qualitative case study approach, the research integrates semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, and surveys to gather data. Findings reveal significant ethical concerns, including privacy issues, algorithmic bias, and accountability challenges. Students exhibit a range of attitudes toward AI, recognizing its potential benefits while also highlighting associated risks. The study identifies gaps in current public administration curricula concerning AI ethics and provides recommendations for integrating comprehensive AI ethics training into academic programs. By applying Technological Determinism theory, the research examines how AI's evolution influences public administration practices and the preparedness of future professionals. This research contributes to the understanding of AI’s ethical dimensions in governance and offers insights for policymakers and educators to enhance ethical AI utilization in public administration.

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence (AI); Public Administration; Ethical Implications; Technological Determinism; AI Ethics; Graduate Students; Basilan Province; Philippines (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: A1 A13 A2 I0 I2 Z0 Z1 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024-08-30, Revised 2024-11-28
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