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Under what condition is it ethical to share personal information?
Under what condition is it ethical to share personal information?
- When the individual has given their consent (correct)
- When the information is assumed to be non-sensitive
- When the information is believed to be beneficial for the individual
- When the data collector wishes to increase their database
Which situation does NOT justify sharing personal information?
Which situation does NOT justify sharing personal information?
- When it is necessary for a specific purpose
- When it is unnecessary (correct)
- When it is in the public interest
- When it is legally required
Which ethical principle emphasizes the impact of actions on overall happiness?
Which ethical principle emphasizes the impact of actions on overall happiness?
- Ethical relativism
- Principle of autonomy
- Utilitarianism (correct)
- Deontological ethics
What is a potential risk of sharing personal data without consent?
What is a potential risk of sharing personal data without consent?
When is it ethically acceptable to consider data sharing in a public interest scenario?
When is it ethically acceptable to consider data sharing in a public interest scenario?
What defines an ethical dilemma?
What defines an ethical dilemma?
Which of the following best describes deontology?
Which of the following best describes deontology?
Which of the following statements about ethics is accurate?
Which of the following statements about ethics is accurate?
What are the three key approaches to ethical decision-making mentioned?
What are the three key approaches to ethical decision-making mentioned?
In the context of ethical dilemmas in computing, which of the following scenarios illustrates a data privacy issue?
In the context of ethical dilemmas in computing, which of the following scenarios illustrates a data privacy issue?
What aspect of ethical decision-making does consequentialism emphasize?
What aspect of ethical decision-making does consequentialism emphasize?
Which ethical principle would most likely guide someone using virtue ethics in decision-making?
Which ethical principle would most likely guide someone using virtue ethics in decision-making?
Which branch of ethics deals with the relationship between actions and their moral outcomes?
Which branch of ethics deals with the relationship between actions and their moral outcomes?
What is a potential negative consequence of content moderation by social media platforms?
What is a potential negative consequence of content moderation by social media platforms?
From a moral perspective, what is a primary concern regarding the use of algorithms for content moderation?
From a moral perspective, what is a primary concern regarding the use of algorithms for content moderation?
How might the removal of harmful content be viewed from the values perspective?
How might the removal of harmful content be viewed from the values perspective?
What dilemma arises from the balance between content moderation and individual rights?
What dilemma arises from the balance between content moderation and individual rights?
Which of the following represents a values-based argument against content removal?
Which of the following represents a values-based argument against content removal?
What best describes an ethical principle?
What best describes an ethical principle?
Which of the following is a characteristic of consequentialism?
Which of the following is a characteristic of consequentialism?
What is a significant challenge in constructing ethical principles?
What is a significant challenge in constructing ethical principles?
Which form of ethics evaluates actions based on their utility for overall happiness?
Which form of ethics evaluates actions based on their utility for overall happiness?
Which of the following best reflects deontological ethics?
Which of the following best reflects deontological ethics?
What does cultural relativism propose about ethical principles?
What does cultural relativism propose about ethical principles?
What does 'virtue ethics' primarily focus on?
What does 'virtue ethics' primarily focus on?
What is a common criticism of principle-based ethics?
What is a common criticism of principle-based ethics?
What is a fundamental principle of consequentialism as it relates to ethical decision-making?
What is a fundamental principle of consequentialism as it relates to ethical decision-making?
Which of the following describes a potential issue with utilitarianism?
Which of the following describes a potential issue with utilitarianism?
In deontological ethics, which of the following is considered paramount for determining morality?
In deontological ethics, which of the following is considered paramount for determining morality?
According to Immanuel Kant's deontological rules, what is a critical aspect of moral action?
According to Immanuel Kant's deontological rules, what is a critical aspect of moral action?
Which principle is NOT part of Kant's rules for moral actions?
Which principle is NOT part of Kant's rules for moral actions?
Which of the following best characterizes the difference between consequentialism and deontology?
Which of the following best characterizes the difference between consequentialism and deontology?
What does the deontological approach suggest regarding the treatment of individuals?
What does the deontological approach suggest regarding the treatment of individuals?
Which ethical dilemma is most often associated with the consequentialist approach?
Which ethical dilemma is most often associated with the consequentialist approach?
Study Notes
Introduction to Ethical Theories
- Ethics refers to moral principles that define right from wrong, good from bad, and fair from unfair actions.
- Ethical dilemmas arise when choices must be made between two unappealing actions, requiring a moral judgment beyond practical goals.
Key Concepts
- An ethical principle is a guideline for determining right or wrong in specific circumstances, prompting individuals to act morally.
- Recognizing ethical principles can be challenging due to the lack of clear methods for their construction.
Branches of Ethics
- Consequentialism: Morality determined by the outcomes of actions.
- Deontology: Focuses on moral rules and duties irrespective of consequences.
- Virtue Ethics: Emphasizes character and virtues over rules or outcomes.
- Additional branches include Care Ethics, Principle-based Ethics, Religious Ethics, Natural Law, and Cultural Relativism.
Consequentialism
- Moral worth of an action is based on its consequences, with Utilitarianism being a common form that seeks the greatest overall happiness.
- Potential issues include miscalculating consequences and moral dilemmas regarding whose happiness to consider.
Deontology
- Emphasizes duty-based ethics, asserting that actions must follow moral rules regardless of outcomes.
- Immanuel Kant’s principles stress treating others with respect, adhering to universally accepted rules, and empowering individuals to make their own choices.
Ethical Dilemmas in Computing
- Data Privacy: Dilemmas involve determining when to share or withhold personal information based on consent, legality, sensitivity, and potential harm.
- Balancing benefits of data usage against risks to privacy and autonomy is crucial.
Ethical Principles
- Common ethical principles include honesty, fairness, responsibility, and respect for others.
- Discussions around these principles often highlight their applicability and potential contradictions in various scenarios.
Values and Morality in Online Content
- The removal of harmful content aims to protect vulnerable groups, yet can infringe on free speech and individual rights.
- Questions arise about the accountability of platforms for content moderation and the morality of algorithm-based decisions, with concerns over censorship and bias.
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Test your understanding of key ethical concepts and decision-making approaches covered in CS 142. This quiz will challenge you on definitions of ethics, ethical dilemmas, and the principles that guide ethical decisions, including consequentialism, deontology, and virtue ethics.
