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What is the purpose of the ACM Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct?
What is the purpose of the ACM Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct?
- To inspire and guide the ethical conduct of computing professionals (correct)
- To regulate the computing industry
- To limit the growth of computing technology
- To provide financial benefits to ACM members
Who is required to adhere to the principles outlined in the ACM Code of Ethics?
Who is required to adhere to the principles outlined in the ACM Code of Ethics?
- Instructors and students only
- Anyone who uses computing technology in a significant way (correct)
- Only ACM members
- Current and aspiring computing practitioners only
What serves as a basis for remediation when violations of the ACM Code occur?
What serves as a basis for remediation when violations of the ACM Code occur?
- Section 1
- The guidelines (correct)
- Section 2
- The public good
Which section of the ACM Code addresses additional, more specific considerations of professional responsibility?
Which section of the ACM Code addresses additional, more specific considerations of professional responsibility?
What is always considered the primary consideration according to the ACM Code of Ethics?
What is always considered the primary consideration according to the ACM Code of Ethics?
Who must demonstrate a commitment to ethical conduct as per the ACM Code of Ethics?
Who must demonstrate a commitment to ethical conduct as per the ACM Code of Ethics?
What is the primary purpose of the Code as stated in the text?
What is the primary purpose of the Code as stated in the text?
What should be the paramount consideration when computing professionals are making ethical decisions?
What should be the paramount consideration when computing professionals are making ethical decisions?
Which of the following is NOT identified in the text as an example of 'harm' that computing professionals should avoid?
Which of the following is NOT identified in the text as an example of 'harm' that computing professionals should avoid?
What should computing professionals do to promote the public good?
What should computing professionals do to promote the public good?
What does the text state is an 'essential aim' of computing professionals?
What does the text state is an 'essential aim' of computing professionals?
What should computing professionals do when the interests of multiple stakeholder groups conflict?
What should computing professionals do when the interests of multiple stakeholder groups conflict?
Study Notes
ACM Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct
- The purpose of the ACM Code is to provide guidelines for ethical behavior and professional conduct in the field of computing.
Adherence to the Code
- The principles outlined in the ACM Code are required to be adhered to by:
- All ACM members
- Computing professionals
Remediation and Violations
- In cases of violations of the ACM Code, the principles and guidelines serve as a basis for remediation.
Professional Responsibility
- Section 2 of the ACM Code addresses additional, more specific considerations of professional responsibility.
Primary Consideration
- The primary consideration according to the ACM Code of Ethics is always the well-being, safety, and human rights of individuals and society.
Commitment to Ethical Conduct
- ACM members and computing professionals must demonstrate a commitment to ethical conduct.
Purpose of the Code
- The primary purpose of the Code is to provide a framework for ethical decision-making and to promote responsible behavior.
Ethical Decision-Making
- When making ethical decisions, the paramount consideration for computing professionals should be to minimize harm and maximize benefits to society.
Avoiding Harm
- Computing professionals should avoid harm to individuals, society, and the environment.
Promoting the Public Good
- Computing professionals should promote the public good by:
- Improving the understanding of the impact of computing on society
- Developing and using technology that is beneficial to society
Essential Aim
- An essential aim of computing professionals is to contribute to the well-being of society and to promote the dignity and autonomy of all individuals.
Conflicting Interests
- When the interests of multiple stakeholder groups conflict, computing professionals should:
- Identify and analyze the conflicting interests
- Develop and evaluate alternative solutions
- Choose the solution that best serves the public good
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Learn about the ACM Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct which guides the ethical conduct of computing professionals. Understand the importance of reflecting upon the wider impacts of their work and supporting the public good.
