Psych 445

You will choose a current story from the news media that presents a moral or ethical issue (HAS TO BE WITHIN THE LAST 3 YEARS). All information about the story must be in the public domain. The write up will include an overview of the story, the moral or ethical dilemma and a discussion of the information from an ethical point of view. The conclusion should include possible resolutions for preventative actions that could be taken in the future. CAN NOT BE A DISCRIMINATION PROBLEM. 2 PAGES MINIMUM

Ethics Current Event Grading Rubric

Is the paper in APA format? (1” margins, 12 pt font, double spaced)

Are the references in APA format?

Are there spelling and/or grammar issues? Typos?

Did the student do the following?

  • Write an overview of the details of the story.
  • Specify the moral or ethical dilemmas.
  • Discuss the story from an ethical decision making point of view.
    • Identify (objectively) any ambiguous features of facts that could be misinterpreted or perceived differently.
    • Confront any emotions and feelings associated with the matter.
    • Consciously confront any sacrifices or hardships that different decisions will cause to the different people involved.
    • Consider cultural issues
    • Look at other perspectives and discuss this with other people in their lives
  • Discuss their point of view and look at their personal bias in this matter?
  • Offer possible resolutions or preventive actions.