Ethical Implications of Using ChatGPT in Educational Environments: A Comprehensive Review

With the rise of artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT in the educational domain, a new horizon of individualized learning has been ushered in. While ChatGPT's proficiency in delivering immediate, contextualized feedback offers transformative pedagogical potential, it simultaneously surfaces pressing ethical dilemmas. This paper aims to navigate these complexities, focusing on challenges such as data privacy, over-reliance on the technology, intrinsic biases, and the integrity of student outputs. Despite the abundant discourse around ChatGPT's merits and limitations, there is a marked gap in studies that holistically address its ethical dimensions. Going beyond binary discussions, our review endeavors to elucidate the multifaceted ethical issues, combining pedagogical, technological, and ethical perspectives. Our research not only spotlights these concerns but also charts actionable frameworks for stakeholders, ensuring an informed and ethically-balanced integration of ChatGPT in education.