Chapter 3: Professional Ethics and Character Issues
Chapter Outline
Introduction: Professional Ethics and Ethics
Character
Integrity
Misrepresentation
Attribution and Plagiarism
Perceptions of Academic Integrity: Harvard University Case Study
Research Integrity and Research Misconduct
Transparency, Accountability, Conflicts of Interest
Review Questions
How do ethics and professional ethics differ? Why are professional ethics important?
Describe three types of character-based ethical missteps that are rooted in dishonesty. What principles and practices can be employed to guide ethical decision-making to avoid these situations?
What are some of the types and levels of plagiarism? How do acts of plagiarism affect various stakeholders?
Define “transparency” and “accountability” and explain how they can help promote ethical decision-making.
To deepen your understanding of the materials discussed in this chapter, be sure to spend some time reviewing the Questions for Reflection, Exploration, Action, Discussion (READ) on page 65.
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