This “statement” is essentially a statement of the students’ informed positions on ethics and morality in their professional and personal lives. Students may consult Howard and Korvers Ethics for the real world as a guide on how to present ethical commitments.
The statement, which should be 5-6 pages in length, must include the following sections
My ethical framework: In this section of at least 1 page, the student must describe the ethical theories that form the foundation of the students ethical viewpoint. Example: as student who favors virtue ethics could discuss her core virtues, Aristotle, and how these virtues will guide future actions. Similarly, a student who primarily view the Bible as his ethical framework could describe a specific ethical framework (and corresponding scriptures) that frames his approach to ethics. All references shall be cited. This is a personal statement built from the existing ethical theories.
My ethical fitness regime: As discussed in the course, ones ethical muscles must be exercised regularly to be ready to act. In this section of 0.5-1 pages, the student will commit to specific ethical actions that will aid in building lifelong ethical fitness.
My ethical environment: In this section, describe the ethical environment of your professional workplace. Be certain to describe any ethical codes (from your employer or professional organizations) that one is bound in this profession.
My personal ethical commitments: In this final section, students will present statements of their core ethical commitments that will shape their personal and professional interactions. Examples are found in Howard & Korvers Ethics for the real world, Appendix B.
Format for Paper
Length: at least 5-6 pages (students may write up to 8 pages). Title page, Abstract, and Reference pages do not count towards page limit.
Style: APA formatting for paper including 1 margins, 11- or 12-point Times New Roman font, Title page, Abstract, and Reference pages.
Citations: Students must follow APA requirements for citations and references. Both in text and reference citations are required.
Required Text(s) and Resources
Title:
Professional Ethics in Criminal Justice
Author(s):
J. S. Albanese
ISBN 13:
978-0-131-37565-9
Edition/Year Published:
3rd/ 2012
Publisher:
Pearson
Is Access Code Required?
No
Title:
How Good People Make Tough Decisions
Author(s):
Rushworth Kidder
ISBN 13:
978-0061743993
Edition/Year Published:
2009
Publisher:
Harper Perennial
Is Access Code Required?
No
Title:
Ethics {for the real world}
Author(s):
Ronald A. Howard, Clinton D. Korver
ISBN 13:
978-1-4221-2106-1
Edition/Year Published:
2008
Publisher:
Harvard Business School
Is Access Code Required?
No
Recommended Resources
Title:
The Ground for Christian Ethics
Author(s):
T. M. Moore
ISBN 13:
978-0-578-02007-5
Edition/Year Published:
2007
Publisher:
Waxed Tablet Publications
Is Access Code Required?
No
Available from:
https://www.ailbe.org/bookstore/christian-practice/item/23-the-ground-for-christian-ethics (Links to an external site.)
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