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What is Virtue Ethics

Chapter 8
Handbook of Research on Business Ethics and Corporate Responsibilities
One should behave as a virtuous person or as a person of good character would in all matters, regardless of duty, consequence, or situation.
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Ethics for Students Means Knowing and Experiencing: Multiple Theories, Multiple Frameworks, Multiple Methods in Multiple Courses
Cynthia Roberts (Purdue University North Central, USA) and Carolyn D. Roper (Purdue University North Central, USA)
Copyright: © 2015 |Pages: 26
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-7476-9.ch008
Abstract
There is growing interest in ethics education and the literature is replete with methods for approaching this complex and challenging subject. This chapter reviews the state of ethics education in business programs from infusion across the curriculum to standalone courses, the potential impact it may have on ethical behavior, and outlines several approaches to addressing ethics in the classroom. An instructional module in ethical decision making, grounded in scholarly literature, is presented. The authors discuss implications for practice and suggest utilizing several approaches from multiple perspectives to facilitate the development of ethical thought and action.
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Chapter 1
Creativity: An Overview
Focuses on virtues of an individual’s character underlying ethical thinking, rather than the rules determining an ethical act (Deontology) or the ethical consequences of an act (Consequentialism).
Published in Chapter: Creativity: An Overview; From: Sustaining Creativity and the Arts in the Digital Age
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Chapter 7
Unravelling the Researcher's Dilemma, Media Impact, and Moral Complexities in Sri Lanka's “Aragalaya” Political Crisis: Navigating the Ethical Quandary
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Chapter 13
The Viewer-Participant Performing Morality in Interactive Storytelling in Bandersnatch
Perspective over the ethical or moral body as qualities acquired through lifelong practice.
Published in Chapter: The Viewer-Participant Performing Morality in Interactive Storytelling in Bandersnatch; From: Handbook of Research on Contemporary Storytelling Methods Across New Media and Disciplines
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Chapter 426
Information and Communication Technology Ethics and Social Responsibility
Branch of Ethics that considers humans as being bearers of given or developed virtues. Humans have to develop virtues and fight with vices for becoming good. Basic concepts go back as far as to Plato and Aristotle (5th, 4th century BCE).
Published in Chapter: Information and Communication Technology Ethics and Social Responsibility; From: Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology, Fourth Edition
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Chapter 5
Ethical Dimensions of Sustainable Development: The Philosophy, Logistics, and Climate Change Education
A moral theory that centers on the development of virtuous character traits and emphasizes the importance of cultivating virtues such as honesty, compassion, and courage. Virtue ethics focuses on becoming a morally excellent person rather than solely evaluating actions.
Published in Chapter: Ethical Dimensions of Sustainable Development: The Philosophy, Logistics, and Climate Change Education; From: Climate Change Education for Sustainable Development
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Chapter 3
Ethical Considerations for Artificial Intelligence in Educational Assessments
A type of normative ethics that emphasizes the inherent disposition of an individual, and not specific actions.
Published in Chapter: Ethical Considerations for Artificial Intelligence in Educational Assessments; From: Creative AI Tools and Ethical Implications in Teaching and Learning
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Chapter 21
Whistleblowing to Expose Criminal Activity in the Health Sector
Person rather than action based ethical conduct. It analysis at the virtue or moral character of the person carrying out an action, rather than at ethical duties and rules, or the consequences of particular actions. When morally orthodox and benevolent, virtue ethics is closely aligned to the ethical principle of deontology – fulfilling a virtuous moral duty. Many whistleblowers claim that their decision to expose alleged wrongdoing in their organizations were motivated by the desire to act according to their moral character to prevent harm to innocent others.
Published in Chapter: Whistleblowing to Expose Criminal Activity in the Health Sector; From: Encyclopedia of Criminal Activities and the Deep Web
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Chapter 9
Is It Ethical? A Multidimensional Approach to Facilitating Ethical Decision Making in Students
One should behave as a virtuous person or as a person of good character would in all matters, regardless of duty, consequence, or situation.
Published in Chapter: Is It Ethical? A Multidimensional Approach to Facilitating Ethical Decision Making in Students; From: Handbook of Research on Teaching Ethics in Business and Management Education
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Moral, Social, and Political Responsibility in the Information Age
Branch of ethics that considers humans as being bearers of given or developed virtues. Humans have to develop virtues and fight with vices for becoming good. Basic concepts go back as far as to Plato and Aristotle (5 th , 4 th century BCE).
Published in Chapter: Moral, Social, and Political Responsibility in the Information Age; From: Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology, Fifth Edition
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Chapter 9
Ethical Decision-Making in the Workplace
An approach to ethics that emphasizes moral character as the primary determination for ethical actions or behaviors.
Published in Chapter: Ethical Decision-Making in the Workplace; From: Policies, Protocols, and Standards for Professionalism in a Diverse Work Environment
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