Reimagining Teacher Professional Development Through Ethical AI

This chapter explores how ethical and human-centered artificial intelligence (Al) can transform teacher professional development (PD) by promoting personalized learning. reflective practice, and inclusive pedagogy. It examines the potential of Al tools such as intelligent tutoring systems, natural language processing, and learning analytics-to support adaptive learning, formative feedback, and collaborative professional communities. Addressing challenges of equity, cultural responsiveness, and data ethics, the chapter presents global case studies and a sustainability-aligned framework that links Al-driven PD to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 4 and SDG 10). Ultimately, it redefines teacher professionalism in the digital age, positioning educators as active agents of innovation and co-creators of equitable, future-ready education systems.