Ethics

This week, we will consider how deontology applies to immigration.Please familiarize yourself with the basic immigration laws in the United States. What are the duties of someone wanting to come into this country? What are the duties of the United States regarding illegal immigration? Should these laws be changed based upon the categorical imperative? Why/why not?Your approach to this symposium discussion can be a bit more open-ended than the main discussion, remembering that our main goal is to work together to identify the main ethical questions and considerations, evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the reasons for different positions one might hold, and come to a better understanding of deontological theory.

One interesting fact about utilitarianism is that it defines moral goodness in terms of experiences that are felt (pleasure and pain), rather than defining moral goodness in terms of some cognitive capacity (e.g, human reason) or inherent “rights.”  Human beings are not the only sentient (which means “feeling”) beings, so, if utilitarianism is right, other kinds of things–like animals, say–have the capacity to experience moral good and evil because they feel pleasure and pain.  As a result, many contemporary thinkers argue that we must factor at least some animals into our moral decisions.  That raises some interesting questions.  Discuss whether you think some animals’ capacity to feel entitles them to moral consideration, and, more precisely, what such consideration might be.  What, if anything, do we owe animals from an ethical perspective? Each discussion post should be at least 250Do not do outside research or use external sources for this assignment

The mission of the profession as a whole is “to enhance human well-being and help meet the basic human needs of all people, with particular attention to the needs and empowerment of people who are vulnerable, oppressed, and living in poverty” (NASW Code of Ethics). The second section of the Code gives an overview of the purpose and functions and presents a guide for addressing ethical issues. This purpose is defined as determination of values, principles, and standards that can provide guidance to social workers in practice. The Code is meant to be used by “individuals, agencies, organization, and bodies (such as licensing and regulatory boards, profession liability insurance providers, courts of law, agency boards of directors, government agencies, and other professional groups) that choose to adopt it as a frame of reference” (NASW Code of Ethics). The third section, titled “Ethical Principles,” presents the six board principles that can be drawn from the six core values of the profession. These are:Social workers’ primary goal is to help people in need and to address social problems. This principle is drawn from the value of service.Social workers challenge social injustice. This is drawn from the value of social justice.Social workers respect the inherent dignity and worth of the person. The related core value is dignity and worth of person.Social workers recognize the central importance of human relationships. this drawn from the core value of the importance of human relationships.Social workers behave in a trustworthy manner. This principle is drawn form the value of integrity.Social workers practice within their areas of competence and develop and enhance their professional expertise. This is drawn form the value of competence. (NASW Code of Ethics).The fourth section of the Code provides specific standards, or action guides, in six areas of professional functioning. These are also used as a basis for adjudication, both public and self-regulatory, by defining accepted standards of behavior.  The six sections are listed as social workers’:Ethical Responsibilities to ClientsEthical Responsibilities to ColleaguesEthical Responsibilities to Practice SettingsEthical Responsibilities to ProfessionalsEthical Responsibilities to the Social Work ProfessionEthical Responsibilities to the Broader SocietyCase Study:Based on the Code of Ethics and Ethical Decision Making Review this case and apply the Code of Ethics in Resolving the ethical dilemma. Summarize and propose what would be the right decisions for the social worker and/or intern in this case. Remember, your answer is based on your review of the Code of Ethics, your own interpretations and postulations, so everyone should have a different way of looking at it and no answer is concrete, right or wrong.  Minimum 400 word response.The DilemmaWhat follows is an ethical dilemma faced by a student intern who unintentionally acquires information about her client during the course of the field seminar. Read the following case and give some thought to the dimensions of the ethical dilemma and how you, as the social worker, would decide what action to take.Julia is a social work intern placed at a local Family Services Agency. Over the course of the last six months, she has worked with Carla Rodriguez to reunify her with her three children, ages 11, 4, and 3. Carla (age 28) is the mother of Tatiana (age 11), Derrick (age 4), and Angel (age 3). The children were removed to foster care when charges of neglect were substantiated. Derrick and Angel were placed in separate foster homes, and Tatiana stayed with Carla’ sister. Carla’ drug addiction limited her ability to care for her children, who were found to be living in squalid conditions. While the children were in foster care, Carla made a concerted effort to have the children returned to her care. She entered and completed a drug treatment program, and claims now to be “completely drug free.” Carla entered similar programs twice before; this is the first time she completed a program. The children were reunified with their mother two months ago. Carla has been drug free for a number of months and is meeting the minimum standards of care for her children.In the field internship seminar, social work interns were exchanging information about their cases. An intern placed in a local junior high school asked her peers for advice about the group she is running. Taking precautions to change the names and identifying details of the group members, the intern spoke about “Mary’” fears about her family being broken up again “after they just got back together.” Her mother isn’t “doin’ the bad drugs anymore, but she smokes pot with her boyfriend in the apartment.” “Mary” tells the group that her mother told her “not to say nothing to nobody” if she doesn’t want to split up the family. “Mary” doesn’t want her mother’ social worker to find out about the drug use.Julia, the intern working at the Family Services site, realizes that the client being described is the daughter of her client, Carla. Carla has adamantly denied any drug use and always appears “straight” at the time of the agency visits. Julia has no firsthand evidence to suggest that Carla is using drugs. Julia wonders what to do with this information.

Most of the ethical issues that arise in negotiation are concerned with standards of truth telling – how honest, candid, and disclosing a negotiator should be. Individuals must decide (according to one or more of the ethical theories presented in Lesson 9) when they should tell the truth (the whole truth and nothing but the truth) as opposed to engaging in some behavior short of telling the truth. The attention here is more on what negotiators say (communicate about) or what they say they will do (and how they say it) than on what they actually do (although negotiators may act unethically as well). Utilizing the LIRN database, or any other form of media, choose a fictitious or real negotiation where it was evident the negotiators were acting unethically and explain, referencing what you learned in the text, which ethical theory and/or theories you feel they demonstrated. Once you have identified the base of their unethical behavior provide a brief summary of techniques you would have used had you been on the receiving end of that negotiation. (Reference Lesson 9) Instructor Note: This assignment can be somewhat subjective so don’t get wrapped up in too much detail trying to cure the unethical behavior. I’m looking for your ability to identify, categorize, and counter if put in this type of situation. 2. Negotiations in which the outcomes are negatively framed tend to produce fewer concessions, reach fewer agreements, and perceive outcomes as less fair. Utilizing the LIRN database, or any other form of media, choose a fictitious or real negotiation that was clearly framed negatively and discuss your perception of what concessions, agreements, or perceived outcomes resulted. Then discuss how you could have used that negatively framed negotiation to your benefit utilizing techniques provided in Lesson 10. (Reference Lesson 10) —- 2 questions with 500 words each

What is your understanding of fair use? Discuss the relationship between copyright law and freedom of expression. Why do you think it’s hard to know if fair use will apply in a particular instance? What particular challenges does digital technology pose for copyright law? Share and discuss at least one example of digital content from the web that pushes the boundaries of fair use. (YouTube has some particularly good examples.)

Carefully read Theodore Dalrymple’s a reader, She Married Him-Alas and type 750 word(min) response in which you address EACH of the following questions in your own word: 1. What is the author main argument 2. How does he supposed his main argument ( evidence, ancillary arguments, etc.) 3. How does the author respond to the theories of cosmopolitanism(discussed in Chapter 7) 4. Do you agree or disagree with Dalrymple’s analysis? Why or why not? (Feel free to include observations from your own experience or that of friends, relatives, or acquaintances.)

Write a paper (1,500-1,750 words) in which you discuss the relationship between ethical governance, transparency, and the stability of organizations. Include the following in your paper: A research-based discussion of the characteristics of ethical governance. How is ethical governance evident in the operations of an organization? A research-based discussion of the components of organizational stability. How are they are evident in the organization? A discussion of the ethical responsibility of a business to be transparent in its operations. How much is a business ethically obligated to divulge to the public? A research-based discussion that presents the relationship between ethical governance, transparency, and organizational stability.

Research a case study that pertains to your topic. The case study should be one that we have not covered in the course. Offer a brief description and summary of the case study that your group chose. Be sure to pin point the specific ethical issue (who is the perpetrator? Who is the victim? Of what were they a victim?). Assess the way in which “morals” are in conflict with “profits” or “professionalism.”

Compose a 2-3 page paper in which you respond to a simulated medical ethics dilemma by applying the three normative theories of ethics.IntroductionThe field of ethics is highly personalized; each individual has his or her own view of actions that are morally and ethically sound. Rather than relying solely on personal experiences and emotions to govern ethical views, however, individuals often use ethical theories as a foundation. Ethical theories are useful in a variety of ways:• To help people think through issues that arise in their everyday life.• To make decisions, particularly those involving moral and ethical challenges.• To justify decisions to others.• To recognize types of arguments that other individuals use.You will learn about three traditions of normative ethics:• Virtue ethics.• Deontological ethics.• Consequentialist ethics.These three traditions have contributed to our understanding about ethics through the works of key thinkers in history. Understanding these ethical theories will help you support your positions on ethical issues you encounter. In this assessment, you will apply ethical theory to a scenario that will be provided for you.Demonstration of ProficiencyBy successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies through the following scoring guide criteria:• Competency 1: Explain the nature of ethical issues. o Explain the ethical issue in a scenario.• Competency 2: Critically examine the contributions of key thinkers from the history of ethics. o Apply the three traditional theories of normative ethics to a situation.• Competency 3: Engage in ethical debate. o Describe the advantages and disadvantages of each of three approaches to ethical theory as they relate to a specific situation.• Competency 4: Develop a position on a contemporary ethical issue. o Apply ethical theory to justify an ethical position on an issue.• Competency 5: Communicate effectively in the context of personal and professional moral discourse. o Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of professional communities.OverviewYou have now studied the three approaches to ethical theory (deontological, consequentialist, and virtue theory) as exemplified in the work of Immanuel Kant, John Stuart Mill, and Aristotle. Your assessment is to write an essay applying these three approaches to the following practical case:You are called to consult in the critical care unit of your local hospital. The hospital admits JoEllen, 53, after she takes an overdose of prescription medications with alcohol. On admission, she says, “Not supposed to be here . . . ” and soon becomes uncommunicative. As her condition deteriorates rapidly, her son arrives with a notarized advance directive in which JoEllen specifically asks not to be placed on life support.What should you recommend to the attending health professionals?InstructionsAs you write your essay, consider how you would achieve the following:• Explain the ethical issue in this scenario.• Apply the three traditional theories of normative ethics to this situation.• Describe the advantages and disadvantages of the three theories as they relate to this situation.• Apply ethical theory to justify your stance on the right thing to do in this situation.Your instructor may provide video feedback on your work, as well as complete the official scoring guide for the assessment.Additional Requirements• Written communication: Ensure written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.• APA formatting: Format resources and citations according to current APA style guidelines.• Number of resources: Use your judgment to ensure your topic is thoroughly researched. There is no minimum number of resources required.• Length of paper: Submit 2-3 typed, double-spaced pages.• Font and font size: Use Arial, 12-point font.

To answer the questions below, students ought to:  Read Chapter III: Research Ethics – https://kpu.pressbooks.pub/psychmethods4e/part/research-ethics/ Watch the CH III: Research Ethics Virtual Lecture – https://screencast-o-matic.com/watch/cYQn1OHl9F Watch the video tutorials concerning ‘Tuskegee, Milgram, Norenberg, and Belmont. –  link 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQxLOti2pek link 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJFzqfLMBIw link 3; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7sfIA1dIGQ Number your responses.  1. Is deception appropriate for  ALL research? Why or why not? (minimum 4 thoughtful sentences). 2. Describe the ‘Federal Policy for the Protection of Human Subject.’ (minimum 4 thoughtful sentences). 3. What is an IRB? (minimum 4 thoughtful sentences).