Ethical Computing Information Wall by Trinity Mock

Q1. Which of the Ten Ethical Computing Guidelines do you think students violate most often?

mocktrin — 2024-12-17 03:25:21 UTC

I think students often violate "Thou shalt not appropriate other people’s intellectual output" which is Commandment 8, the most.

Q2. Why do you think these violations occur?

mocktrin — 2024-12-17 03:25:35 UTC

Students have easy access to copying content for example essays or projects which is a common violation.

Also with easy access to the internet and tools like AI, students are tempted to replicate others' work instead of creating original material. This often occurs when students feel time pressure, have a lack of awareness about proper citation, and are simply too lazy to create their own original work.

Q3. What do you think could be done to reduce or eliminate such unethical behavior?

mocktrin — 2024-12-17 03:25:47 UTC

To reduce unethical behavior, institutions should focus on educating students about digital ethics, providing affordable or free access to software, and emphasizing academic integrity. Promoting open-source alternatives, teaching proper research and citation skills, and using tools to detect plagiarism can address common violations. Additionally, reducing academic pressure through better time management support and fostering a positive learning environment will help students value originality and ethical practices, creating a culture of responsibility and fairness.

Identify The Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics:

mocktrin — 2024-12-17 03:26:44 UTC

Thou shalt not use a computer to harm other people.
Thou shalt not interfere with other people’s computer work.
Thou shalt not snoop around in other people’s computer files.
Thou shalt not use a computer to steal.
Thou shalt not use a computer to bear false witness.
Thou shalt not copy or use proprietary software for which you have not paid.
Thou shalt not use other people’s computer resources without authorization.
Thou shalt not appropriate other people’s intellectual output.
Thou shalt think about the social consequences of the program you are writing or the system you are designing.
Thou shalt always use a computer in ways that ensure consideration and respect for fellow humans.