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What does the word 'administrative' signify?
Administrator
What is the practice of being held to a certain standard of excellence?
Accountability
Which philosopher emphasized the need for fairness and righteousness in leadership?
Max Weber emphasized the importance of public servants acting transparently.
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What role did the Christian Church play during the Medieval Era?
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What is the difference between accountability and responsibility?
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In the workplace, accountability requires transparency and effective ______.
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Study Notes
Historical Evolution of Administrative Ethics
- Ancient civilizations like China and Greece viewed administrative ethics through the lens of just and moral leadership.
- Philosophers like Confucius and Plato emphasized qualities like fairness and righteousness in leaders.
- The Medieval Era saw religious teachings, particularly Christian principles, heavily influencing ethical conduct.
- The Modern Era (17th-19th Century) saw Max Weber’s emphasis on professionalism and transparency in public service through mechanisms like information access, audits, and administration.
- The 20th Century, especially post-World War II, brought a focus on equal treatment, fairness, and honesty in public administration.
- Contemporary administrative ethics centers around transparency, accountability, and ethical politics, with a focus on unbiased and fair leadership.
Definition and Importance of Accountability
- Accountability is a state of being held responsible for actions and their consequences.
- It aims to promote high work standards, honesty, dependability, and trust.
- Examples of accountability in the workplace include setting expectations, delegating tasks with clear consequences for non-completion.
- Accountability in the workplace extends beyond completing tasks; it involves ownership of the success or failure of individual contributions to projects.
Differentiating Accountability and Responsibility
- Responsibility refers to a task or project assigned (or self-assigned).
- Accountability implies a willingness to be judged on the performance of that task or project.
- Accountability requires transparency and communication of results to all affected parties.
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Explore the development of administrative ethics from ancient civilizations to contemporary practices. This quiz covers key philosophical insights, significant historical eras, and the evolving definitions of accountability in public service. Test your knowledge on how ethical leadership principles have impacted administration over time.
