Whether we agreed or disagreed on a particular issue—and we did disagree—we worked through the presentation of material together. At times it seemed that Keith was protecting the interests of computer science students and teachers, and I was concerned about accessibility to the less technically sophisticated readers. We believe we have achieved a good balance. As we began working on this edition, we were confronted with a complicated question about terminology.
We debated whether to consider our focus to be that of information and communication technologies and use the acronym ITC, or computers and information technology and use CIT; we tried other alternatives as well. In the end we came to a complicated decision. This edition includes a new theoretical approach. We have incorporated concepts and insights from the field of science and technology studies STS. STS theories frame technology as sociotechnical systems and this, in turn, brings the connection between ethics and technology into sharper perspective.
The new approach is explained in Chapter 1. As in earlier editions, all but one of the chapters begin with a set of scenarios designed to draw readers into the chapter topic. The scenarios present the issues in what we hope is an engaging and practical form. The scenarios illustrate the significance of the broader, more abstract matters addressed in the chapter.
With a few exceptions, the scenarios are new and many of them are real cases. In our selection of scenario topics we have been mindful of the experiences of college-age students. For those familiar with the 3rd edition, an explanation of the new organization may be helpful.
As in the 3rd edition, there are separate chapters on ethical concepts and theories, privacy, property rights, and professional ethics. As before, the introductory chapter discusses the scope of the field.
However, in this edition we have moved somewhat away from theorizing about the uniqueness of computer ethical issues and have, instead, framed the issues as part of a broader enterprise of understanding the connections between ethics and technology. Want more? Advanced embedding details, examples, and help! Publication date Topics Electronic data processing -- Moral and ethical aspects.
Donor friendsofthesanfranciscopubliclibrary Edition 2nd ed. Reviewer: superkiss - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - August 29, Subject: Very good This books is concise and informative. Books for People with Print Disabilities. Internet Archive Books. Chapter 5 Digital Intellectual Property Copyright Trade Secrecy Patent Protection Who Is to Blame in Security Breaches? Chapter 7 Professional Ethics in Computing Pearson offers affordable and accessible purchase options to meet the needs of your students.
Connect with us to learn more. Deborah G. Johnson has devoted her career to understanding the connections between ethics and technology. Keith W. His work in software engineering and computer ethics provide complementary perspectives to questions that challenge computer professionals.
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