Ethics

​Ethics

What is ethics?

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​Ethics video

​1. For the first scenario in the video what would you do?

2. Explain the reason for your answer.

3. for the second scenario in the video what would you do?

4. explain the reason for your answer.

1. Ethical Principles: Standards that govern behavior; not dependent on circumstance.

2. Ethical Situation: An issue in which you must decide whether something is right or wrong.

3. Integrity: Adhering to an established set of personal ethics and sound moral principles; acting with honesty in all situations.

4. Trustworthy: Reliable; deserving the confidence of others.

​Accountability: The condition of having to answer for or be liable for your actions; accepting responsibility for your decisions.

1. Transparency: The quality of being just as one seems; being open and truthful when communicating.

2. Fairness: The ability to make judgments without favoritism or self-interest; engaging in fair competition and creating equal relationships.

3. Respect: Regard or esteem; honoring the rights, freedoms, views, and property of others.

​ 1. Rule of Law: Complying with laws and regulations.

2. Viability: The long-term value of your choices.

3. Arrogance: An inflated sense of self-importance.

4. Consequence: The result of an action.

​ 1. Dilemma: A difficult situation in which you are required to make a decision.

2. Ethical dilemma: An issue in which you must decide whether something is right or wrong; sometimes referred to as an ethical situation.

3. Intuition: Instinct; gut feeling.

4. Role model: A person whose behavior is imitated by others.

Multiple Choice

Behaving ethically means doing

• what your friends do.

• only what’s legal.

• the right thing.

• what benefits you the most.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an ethical issue:

• Deciding whether to have French fries or a salad

• Choosing between buying a new shirt or a new book

• Deciding whether to lie to a friend or not

• Choosing which movie to see this weekend

Multiple Choice

Ethical issues deal with __________ choices.

• realistic and unrealistic

• enjoyable and unpleasant

• beneficial and non-beneficial

• right and wrong

Multiple Choice

Vivian told her parents she was going to the library to study when she was actually going to the movies with friends. Her parents found out, and now they don’t believe Vivian when she tells them where she’s going. Because of her behavior, Vivian is facing a(n)

• consequence.

• ethical principle.

• decision-making process.

• legal problem.

Multiple Choice

Integrity means acting with

• humility.

• leadership skills.

• a sense of humor.

• honesty.

Multiple Choice

At work, a customer gives Shannon an extra $10. Instead of pocketing the money, Shannon lets the customer know he overpaid. Shannon is acting with

• viability.

• integrity.

• transparency.

• rule of law.

Multiple Choice

Marc keeps his friend’s secret instead of sharing it with the rest of his friends. Which ethical principle is Marc illustrating?

• Transparency

• Viability

• Trust

• Accountability

Multiple Choice

Holden’s group gets a low grade on a project because he didn’t complete his share of the work. He owns up to his mistake and apologizes. Holden is demonstrating

• trust.

• rule of law.

• viability.

• accountability.

Multiple Choice

You make sure everyone working on your group project has an equal share of the work because you care about the ethical principle of

• rule of law.

• fairness.

• accountability.

• transparency.

Multiple Choice

If one of your coworkers is treating another coworker unfairly, what is the ethical thing to do?

• Speak up.

• Ignore it.

• Be aggressive.

• Look for another job.

Multiple Choice

Ava doesn’t agree with her classmate’s opinion, but she listens carefully instead of starting an argument or insulting her. Which ethical principle is Ava illustrating?

• Integrity

• Transparency

• Respect

• Trust

Multiple Choice

How can you show respect for a person you’re speaking with?

• Avoid listening to his/her opinions.

• Start an argument when you don’t agree.

• Interrupt when you have a point.

• Be polite and maintain eye contact.

Multiple Choice

When making an ethical decision in everyday life, which of the following provides the most useful guideline?

• Do unto others as you'd have them do unto you

• don't cry over spilled milk

• consider your own wants and needs above those of others

• As you sow so shall you reap

Multiple Choice

Which is most likely the best solution to an ethical problem?

• the option that benefits you the most

• the option that benefits the most people

• the option that punishes bad people severely

• the option that benefits the people you like the most

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is usually considered unethical?

• punching someone you are angry with

• fighting someone in a boxing match

• punching a robber who's robbing an old woman

• punching a wall when you are angry

Multiple Choice

Based on the description of ethical dilemmas in the movie, what can you infer about the meaning of the word “dilemma”?

• It refers to a situation in which rules or laws are broken

• It refers to a situation that involves a difficult choice

• It refers to a difficult situation

• It refers to a situation that involves morality

Multiple Choice

Who is the ultimate authority on ethical issues?

• the president of the United States

• the Pope

• the international criminal court

• there is no ultimate authority on ethical issues

Multiple Choice

Most professions have their own sets of ethics. What might be in the code of ethics followed by high school teachers?

• Always give students good grades so they don't get flunked

• Don't play favorites with the students in your class

• Don't speak to students if you see them outside of class

• Grade all your students harshly