This research is rooted in Karl Marx’s theory of alienation, which describes the estrangement workers experience under conditions that separate them from the following.
The Product
Teachers might feel disconnected from student learning outcomes as AI takes on grading and feedback tasks.
The Production
The use of AI in lesson planning and curriculum delivery may reduce teachers' decision-making freedom and creative input.
Species-Being
AI’s automation of meaningful teaching tasks may limit teachers' ability to express their human potential through their work.
Others
AI-mediated teaching could diminish relational engagement, isolating teachers from colleagues and students.