Ethics Essentials

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Points 24
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Watch the short video on Ethics. It has a great explanation to help you understand what it means to be ethical.

As soon as the page loads, click Play Video:

https://www.brainpop.com/health/personalhealth/ethics (Links to an external site.)

Now respond to the prompts below. If the prompt says "explain," you need to do so with specific observations and/or examples.

Think about the ethical ideals of RESPECT, PRIVACY, NON-HARM, HONESTY, & GIVING CREDIT when answering the written response prompts.

1. Key Terms: Look up the definition on the Merriam-Webster dictionary (online) and put the definition in your own words (6 pts):

A) Ethics or Ethical:

B) Moral or Morality:

C) Ethics is an important part of our responsibilities as online citizens. Visit Wikipedia to look up "Digital Citizenship" OR "Digital Citizen." Define briefly:

2. Explain one of the ethical dilemmas discussed in the video (either the lawn mowing or cheating--choose one). What were the two sides? What makes it a dilemma? Which side would you choose and why? (4 pts)

3. Our ethical code is determined by our values. Take a moment to think about the values that make you an ethical person. Read this page for value ideas. Now answer, what are the core values that you feel are important to help you be the best person you can be? You can also discuss how they affect areas of your life. List and explain 3 values in your life (6 pts):

4. Think of someone you think has a strong value system and is very ethical. Now, explain how that person shows ethical values and qualities of respect, non-harm, privacy, honesty, etc. (4 pts):

5. With online citizenship in mind, why is it important to strive for ethical behavior in our lives? What happens to us, to our relationships, and to our communities if many people act unethically, without care for honesty, non-harm, privacy, and respect?Answer in a paragraph (4 pts.)