HBKU event stresses ethical frameworks for AI in education

Doha, Qatar: The growing need to authenticate data and develop new ethical frameworks for artificial intelligence in education is being highlighted at...

Doha, Qatar: The growing need to authenticate data and develop new ethical frameworks for artificial intelligence in education is being highlighted at an event organised by Hamad Bin Khalifa University.

The three-day programme organised by HBKU’s College of Public Policy (CPP) ‘The Role of Data Storytelling and Generative AI in Progressive Education,’ opened yesterday at Minaretein at education City, stressing the critical role universities play in ensuring knowledge remains credible, evidence-based and relevant as education systems adapt to rapid technological change.

It aims at enabling participants to collaboratively develop actionable recommendations for the benefit of education in Qatar and the region, according to organisers.

Provost at HBKU Dr. Prabhat Hajela, in his opening remarks, said the conference reflects broader global shifts driven by artificial intelligence and data. “From my perspective, this conference fits into a bigger picture. We are living in a time where AI is reshaping how knowledge is produced, how it is shared, and how it is evaluated. Education systems can adopt new tools while still protecting what matters most, but what we need are new ethics, new literacies, and new ways to collaborate,” he said. 

He noted that generative AI is redefining how credibility and evidence are understood across education and society. Dr. Hajela stressed that with the growing volume of available data, the role of universities is becoming even more critical in ensuring knowledge is tested, translated and shared responsibly. He added that universities serve as bridges connecting researchers, policymakers, practitioners and communities to address complex challenges through evidence-informed practice. The event has brought together a diverse group of local participants and several international guests including from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Turkiye, the UK, the US and Hong Kong, reflecting both regional and global perspectives.