Computer Ethics is a branch of practical philosophy which deals with how computing professionals should make decisions regarding professional and social conduct.[1] Margaret Anne Pierce‚ a professor in the Department of Mathematics and Computers at Georgia Southern University has categorized the ethical decisions related to computer technology and usage into 3 primary influences: 1. The individual’s own personal code. 2. Any informal code of ethical conduct that exists in the work place. 3. Exposure
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SE 571—Christian Ethics and Social Issues Patrick T. Smith‚ Course Instructor Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary Fall Semester 2011 Friday Sessions‚ 6:00-10:00 PM; Saturday Sessions‚ 9:00-4:30 PM Email: ptsmith@gcts.edu Phone: 978-646-4120 COURSE SYLLABUS Course Description This course is a study of the interaction between Christian ethics and social issues. Attention is given to biblical‚ theological and philosophical perspectives on select contemporary social issues facing the church
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“Ethics in Education” Learning Team B Gen300 Dr. Athalene Mc Nay 4-20-2008 I. What is ethics? A. A definition of ethics. B. How are ethics used in education? II. Integrity is part of ethics in education. A. A definition of integrity. B. Trust relationship is essential in ethics in education. C. Academic integrity is a mutual responsibility. D. There is cheating and academic responsibility within the education system. E. Phony schools‚ diploma mills and false credentials are a
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Ethics and Social Responsibility Ethics and Social Responsibility Introduction To gain further understanding into ethical and social responsibility one should begin by comparing the similarities and differences between virtue theory‚ utilitarianism‚ and deontological ethics. Through further insight of these similarities and differences one can begin to comprehend the importance ethics and social responsibility plays in personal and business success. The analysis below describes the differences
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Ethics in Policing CJS/210 November 1‚ 2009 William Whitlatch‚ Instructor Ethics in Policing According to Webster’s Dictionary‚ ethics is defined “as the discipline dealing with what is good and bad and with moral duty and obligation” (Merriam-Webster Online). This concept is prevalent in the world of police work since police officers are supposed to be the “good” in whatever is considered a “bad” situation. Many police departments offer training in ethics during the time in which
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Ethics Essay Sheber Smith ETH / 316 March 10‚ 2014 Mrs. Monica McMorise Ethics Essay In this essay I will be comparing the similarities and differences between virtue theory‚ utilitarianism‚ and deontological ethics. Ethical development is an important tool needed in today’s society. Virtue theory emphasizes the need for people to learn how to break bad habit of character‚ like greed or anger. These are called vices and stand in the way of becoming a good person. Place emphasis on which rules
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Chapter 1: Key concepts in business and professional ethics [Unit 1: Introduction to Business Ethics Unit 1: Introduction to Business Ethics Ethics and Values] * Values = what is good and desirable? * People do not share the same values * Values are influenced by……… Moral dilemmas…….. EXAMPLE A brilliant transplant surgeon has five patients‚ each in need of a different organ‚ each of whom will die without that organ. Unfortunately‚ there are no organs available to perform any of
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just those things though. I professional person dresses accordingly‚ is always on time if not early‚ is a great leader‚ and knows how to separate their private lives from work. This is only a small list of the many traits that make up a professional person. The most important trait of one who is professional is to be ethical. Ethics is the study of right and wrong. In order for someone to be ethical they must be able to distinguish from right and wrong in every situation. After being able to decipher
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Profession – Calling‚ vocation‚ job‚ employment ‚ occupation > work – any job Requires commitment to a socially relevant mission based on a relialable foundation of knowledge. Professional is a person commited to server society through expert application of specialized skills based on an organized body of credible knowledge in accordance to law or code of ethics. 2 Assumption of Ethics Human is a Rational Being - Power of Reasoning Man is free – man is free according to his
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Socrates – An Ethics Philosopher In the world of business accounting‚ ethics plays a major role in the daily operations of a business. Not only are businesses responsible for incorporating ethical standards into their operations‚ but accountants are also responsible for ensuring they perform in an ethical manner. So often‚ there is a thin line between what is considered ethical and what is considered unethical‚ especially when a company is considering profit over ethics. However‚ top level professionals
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