in an ethics class. This is to show how many of young students from high schools and universities lack a sense of common morality. Hence, it is clear that there is a “ moral shift” among the education
Ethical theory will be outlined in relation to the example case with discussion on how the case poses an ethical dilemma in the workplace. Additionally ethical theory will be considered in light of the case with
The biggest dilemma that we as humans face in the work place is what we as individuals see as personal values may not be the same values that everyone else holds. We are each our own individual and we have all been raised in different cultures with different values. We all come together within the work place to not just do a job, but to try and work together with people that are different from ourselves. When we find ourselves in a dilemma that goes against our ethics, one has to ask themselves, “how does this affect my values, and does it affect our values so much that we need to report it to a higher authority”. “Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all” (Quotes About Ethics, 2012). If one see something that goes against their personal values and does nothing about it than they need to reevaluate their values. If it is something important to them, than they will do everything within their power to stop whatever they see is wrong.
1.3 – explain a range of ethical and moral dilemmas faced by those in this role
People from all walks of life face many ethical dilemmas. These dilemmas have consequences. Our worldview determines how we deal with these dilemmas, and guides us to the right decisions. In this essay, I will examine an ethical issues through my Christian worldview. I will also present other viewpoints, and compare them to mine.
When working in a health or social care setting professional practitioners are very often with situations involving moral dilemmas. Therefore it is important for the health, care and social workers to understand morality and the meaning of moral decisions and how they are linked to the practice of heath and social care.
William H. Shaw & Vincent Barry, . Moral Issues in Business. 11 th ed. California: Wadsworth Cengage Learning, 2010-2007. 211-219. Print.
The goal of the Session Long Project is to identify and evaluate the ethical principles used in resolving ethical dilemmas, and to apply the principles to specific ethical issues that may have professional, sociological, economic, legal, and possible political implications.
The following will describe an ethical issue in my own area of study as well as provide a moral response. It will be inclusive of two moral theories might respond to the issue and provide an explanation of how the principles contained in a code of ethics for my discipline relate to the issue.
On 09-26-2106 at approx 1400 hours, I was assigned this case for follow-up investigation. I reviewed a copy of HCSO crash report number 16-635239, {DHSMV report number 84451874} which provided the following information: On 09-11-2016 at approximately 2020 hours, a traffic crash occurred on Clay Avenue west of the intersection of Kingsway Road, which is located in unincorporated eastern Hillsborough County. This crash involved two vehicles and 2 occupants. Nestor Antonio Cabellero, the driver of an eastbound 2003 Mazda, was distracted by his cell phone ringing and looked down to answer the phone, causing him not to see and strike the rear of a 2006 Volkswagen, which was stopped for a red light.
Shaw, W. H., & Barry, V. (2013). Moral issues in business (12 ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth.
3. Think of your current/former workplace. Evaluate an ethical dilemma(s) that is currently challenging or has in the past challenged your workplace in the context of what the social responsibilities are of management and employees for resolving that ethical challenge. If there are no ethical dilemmas in your workplace you may choose a current event. Cite relevant examples from your personal experiences, outside sources, and /or your course materials to complete this question.
To make an ethical decision, it is necessary to perceive and eliminate immoral options and select the best and ethical alternative. It is a process of choosing the best ethical option among the alternatives.
Everyday individuals are faced with issues associated with ethical dilemmas. Ethical dilemmas involve an individual’s behavior toward a moral standard, which may have been established from previous generations and passed along. In upholding the standards taught individual may be forced to take a particular action involving a decision when a behavior is considered non-ethical is when an ethical dilemma occurs. It can become difficult at times in making the correct decisions or solutions to the situation, which is why a code of ethics is established in the workplace. The code of ethics in the
This informal attitude of employees has led to an unprecedented state of affairs wherein Susan needs to step in and take a stance between her moral beliefs and gains of a more personal nature. She needs to analyze the pros and cons of each dilemma that she faces. As the student management is not willing to take action on this matter, Susan could, abiding by her values, approach the co-workers and demand that this immoral activity be stopped. However, this may turn the group against her and she may, eventually, be forced from her position.