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To Use or Not to Use: The Risks of the Adoption of Facial Recognition Technologies in Smart Classrooms
Center for Education and Research in Innovation, São Paulo Law School, São Paulo, Brazil
Center for Education and Research in Innovation and Teaching Methodology Area, São Paulo Law School, São Paulo, Brazil
DAMA Acadêmica, São Paulo, Brazil
Escola de Formação Pública, São Paulo, Brazil
- 1 Center for Education and Research in Innovation, São Paulo Law School, São Paulo, Brazil
- 2 Center for Education and Research in Innovation and Teaching Methodology Area, São Paulo Law School, São Paulo, Brazil
- 3 DAMA Acadêmica, São Paulo, Brazil
- 4 Escola de Formação Pública, São Paulo, Brazil
Beijing Law Review·Volume 16 (2025)·Pages 945–962·Published 14 April 2025·DOI10.4236/blr.2025.162047
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Abstract
The rapid adoption of generative AI tools in legal education has sparked debates on establishing norms for AI use. These tools assist in assignments, translating legal documents, and research. Smart classrooms, with intelligent tutoring and emotion recognition technology, enhance teaching and learning but also pose risks like system errors, algorithmic discrimination, and decision opacity. This article examines the construction and benefits of smart classrooms, real-world integration challenges, and the effectiveness and risks of facial recognition technology, especially for diverse learning styles. It concludes best practices and recommendations to mitigate risks and promote a secure, effective educational environment.
KeywordsGenerative AISmart ClassroomsLegal EducationFacial RecognitionAlgorithmic Risks
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