Ethical Citizenship

What is ethical decision making?

• Considering moral principles and values to make choices that are right, good, and fair.

• Choosing whatever is easiest and most convenient

• Ignoring the impact of choices on others and only focusing on oneself

• Making decisions based on personal gain and benefit

Why is ethical decision making important in citizenship?

• To cause harm and injustice

• To be biased and unfair

• To ignore moral values

• To make fair and just choices

What are the steps involved in ethical decision making?

• Ignoring the problem, making a quick decision, not reflecting on the outcome

• Asking others to make the decision, not considering any options

• Making a decision without gathering information, not reflecting on the outcome

• Identifying the problem, gathering information, considering the options, making a decision, and reflecting on the outcome

Can you give an example of a real-life ethical decision making situation?

• Deciding what to have for breakfast

• Deciding whether to report a colleague for unethical behavior

• Choosing a new paint color for the living room

• Deciding whether to wear a blue or red shirt

How can empathy and compassion play a role in ethical decision making?

• By helping individuals consider the impact of their decisions on others and make choices that prioritize the well-being of others.

• By creating a barrier to understanding the perspectives and experiences of others

• By promoting selfish decision making without regard for others

• By encouraging individuals to only consider their own needs and desires

What are the consequences of making unethical decisions in society?

• Ethical decisions have no consequences in society.

• No impact on trust, reputation, and relationships.

• Positive impact on trust, reputation, and relationships.

• Negative impact on trust, reputation, and relationships.

How can peer pressure affect ethical decision making?

• It leads to better ethical decision making

• It encourages individuals to uphold their ethical values

• It can lead individuals to compromise their ethical values in order to conform to the group's behavior.

• It has no impact on ethical decision making

What are some strategies to resist peer pressure and make ethical decisions?

• Assertively saying no and seeking support from like-minded individuals

• Giving in to peer pressure and going along with the crowd

• Ignoring the situation and hoping it goes away

• Isolating oneself from others and avoiding social situations

How can ethical decision making contribute to a positive school environment?

• By allowing dishonesty and disrespect to go unchecked

• By encouraging competition and rivalry among students and staff

• By promoting favoritism and discrimination among students and staff

• By promoting trust and respect among students and staff

What are some ways to promote ethical citizenship in your community?

• Ignoring the needs of others in the community

• Encouraging dishonesty and corruption

• Promoting a culture of selfishness and individualism

• Organizing community service projects and volunteering opportunities