Research Paper

A Paper
On

“Ethics In Education”

Submitted
For
3RD INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
ON
“Business Ethics Governance, And Sustainable Enterprises”

Organized
By

GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

Submitted
By

Dr. Viral Shilu
Director
Shree Swaminarayan Institute Of Management
Chhaya-Porbandar
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ETHICS IN EDUCATION
Abstract
Education has ever been considered as one of the strongest foundations for any civilized society. The success of any Nation is largely attributed the way in which education system is built up. There is growing importance the world over these days to incorporate importance of ethical standards in education. Ethical standards in education contain basic principles, procedures and behavior patterns based on commitment to core values that are deeply rooted in education. An ethical education will pave a way to uplift educational standards which in turn will instill right values among students who will certainly create landmark in their career as well as life.

ETHICS IN EDUCATION

The Concept Of Ethics

The definition of ethics is shaped by personal, societal and professional values, all of which are difficult to specify. Some stress the importance of society’s interests and others stress the interests of the individual. These conflicting viewpoints have dominated the discussion of ethics for a long time and may remain in the future as well. Thus, the term ‘ethics’ will have to be defined in this context.

The word ‘ethics’ is derived from the Greek word ‘ethos’ (character) and Latin word ‘moras’ (customs). Taken together these two words define how individuals choose to interact with one another. Thus, ethics is about choices. It signifies how people act in order to make the ‘right’ choice and produce ‘good’ behavior. It encompasses the examination of principles, values and norms, the consideration of available choices to make the right decision and the strength

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