Teaching computer ethics in classroom
Abstract:
With usage of computers for communication being more preferred than pen and paper, following computer ethics have become a must for each and everyone! This resource highlights the points that throw some light on the importance of computer ethics and how they contribute into a better and safe usage of computers in our daily life.
Every day, news of cyber-crime, theft of intellectual property, or the next cyber-bully suicide is part of today’s reality. School districts all across the world must ensure that cyber ethics is part of curriculum.
What is computer ethics?
Ethics are the moral values that stop you from doing anything that is illegal and damage anyone else's work, or interests. Ethics are in us from childhood. Computer ethics are nothing but how we use our personal morals and ethics while using the computer for various purposes. They consist of all the rules that you would apply to not misuse any information that is not yours to use, or to access any data that is not owned by you. With issues like cyber crimes, plagiarism, hacking and password thefts, it has become important to know the importance of computer ethics to be able to create a safe computer-based environment.
Importance of compter ethics:
✔ Prevents Misuse of Personal Information
would you feel safe to give out all your personal informations online if you have read their privacy policies and know that they abide by the cyber laws and computer ethics,you know for a fact that your personal information will not be misused.
✔ Prevents Theft of Intellectual Property
Intellectual property refers to the property created by the mind! Intellectual properties includes works of various researchers and writer but without the computer ethics, the work created by the intellect of a personcan be easily copied.
✔ Makes Your Computer a Better and Safe place to be
Computer is not just an electronic device for communication, it stiores data, important documents and what not. If you get involved in downloading information or accessing information which you are not suppose to, then you are inviting threats and issues for your self.
Conclusion:
Computer ethics are something that cannot be imposed on you, it is rather something that should be followed out of your own will and desire. The way you use the computer to access information speaks a lot about you and your ethical values. There are two kinds of people in this world, one who follow the rules and respect them at the same time, and the others who don't really care. Should you care about the ethics involved in becoming a responsible citizen?