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Ethical Use of the Computer

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Supporting the Ethical Use of Technology
Contributed Anonymously

Computer ethics is not taught in one lecture. It is something that is learned throughout the student's life. In the classroom, we need to support ethical use of technology. Perhaps an introduction to ethical use of computers can begin by viewing and discussing the Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics from the Computer Ethics Institute.
  The Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics

Unethical Practices Presentations
Contributed by Colleen Baxendell
Roxbury High School
Succasunna, New Jersey


After presenting the ethical issues PowerPoint presentation, we discuss some unethical practices that can be done on the computer. Students are asked to write a one-page argument for or against a considered unethical computer practice. (Napster is a common example.) The student can also opt to do a media presentation of the issue using PowerPoint or another type of program to present their argument. They also present their argument in class. If they chose not to present it but still hand in the work, points are deducted from the total score.
  Ethical Issues PowerPoint Presentation (.ppt/128KB)

Ethical Issues: Internet Content Providers and Internet Service Providers
by Andrew Meyenn
CSTA Member
Wesley College
Melbourne
 

At the conclusion of this lesson, students will have an understanding of:  Ethical issues of copyright , Ethical issues of "do no harm" , Ethical issues for ISPs (Internet service providers) , and  How to analyze an ethical issue. 

  Ethical Issues: Internet Content Providers and Internet Service Providers


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