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What is the main purpose of the ACM Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct?
What is the main purpose of the ACM Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct?
- To inspire and guide ethical conduct among computing professionals (correct)
- To define programming languages and their use
- To provide a historical overview of computing
- To outline technical skills for computing professionals
The ACM Code of Ethics includes principles that are not related to the public good.
The ACM Code of Ethics includes principles that are not related to the public good.
False (B)
What group commits to ethical conduct according to the ACM Code of Ethics?
What group commits to ethical conduct according to the ACM Code of Ethics?
Every ACM member, ACM SIG member, ACM award recipients, and ACM S/G award recipients.
The ACM Code of Ethics serves as a basis for __________ when violations occur.
The ACM Code of Ethics serves as a basis for __________ when violations occur.
Match the sections of the ACM Code of Ethics with their descriptions:
Match the sections of the ACM Code of Ethics with their descriptions:
Who is the ACM Code of Ethics intended to guide?
Who is the ACM Code of Ethics intended to guide?
Ethical conduct is optional for ACM SIG members.
Ethical conduct is optional for ACM SIG members.
What forms the basis for the remainder of the ACM Code of Ethics?
What forms the basis for the remainder of the ACM Code of Ethics?
What is the primary focus of the ACM?
What is the primary focus of the ACM?
The ACM is the largest professional body specifically for hardware engineers.
The ACM is the largest professional body specifically for hardware engineers.
List one of the core values of the ACM.
List one of the core values of the ACM.
ACM stands for _____ for Computing Machinery.
ACM stands for _____ for Computing Machinery.
Match the following ACM goals with their descriptions:
Match the following ACM goals with their descriptions:
Which of the following is NOT a goal of the ACM for 2021-2025?
Which of the following is NOT a goal of the ACM for 2021-2025?
ACM promotes ethical computing to positively impact the global computing community.
ACM promotes ethical computing to positively impact the global computing community.
What is one of the aims of ACM in terms of educational resources?
What is one of the aims of ACM in terms of educational resources?
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Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)
- ACM is the largest and oldest professional body for ICT, based in the United States.
- Focuses on advancing both the profession and academic/research aspects of computing.
- Mission emphasizes the importance of open information exchange and high ethical standards in computing.
Core Values of ACM
- Technical Excellence: Commitment to high standards in technological practices.
- Education and Technical Advancement: Promotion of learning and innovation within ICT.
- Ethical Computing: Advocating for computing technologies that positively impact society.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Strives for a diverse and welcoming community for all members.
Goals for 2021-2025
- Develop a sustainable open Digital Library by 2025 to enhance research visibility and accessibility.
- Diversify the global ACM community, ensuring an inclusive environment.
- Host premier venues (conferences, publications, magazines) to influence future computing research and careers.
- Create educational frameworks that support the learning and evolution of computing.
- Inform the public and policymakers about the implications of computing technologies.
- Encourage environmentally sustainable computing technologies and responsible professional practices.
- Promote ethical computing practices for a positive global impact within the computing community.
Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct
- ACM's Code of Ethics inspires ethical behavior among computing professionals and serves as a remediation base for violations.
- The Code highlights the public good as the primary consideration for professional actions.
- Section 1: Establishes fundamental ethical principles for computing professionals.
- Section 2: Outlines specific professional responsibilities.
- Section 3: Guides leaders in workplace and volunteer roles regarding ethical conduct.
- Section 4: Details principles regarding compliance with the Code, applicable to all ACM members and award recipients.
Access to the Code
- The complete ACM Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct can be accessed online for further details.
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Explore the mission and core values of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), the premier professional body for ICT. This quiz highlights ACM's commitment to technical excellence, ethical computing, and diversity while outlining its goals for 2021-2025.
