All about Ethics

Name: Crisselyn B. Corpuz

Course & Year: Bachelor of Elementary Education 1
What is Ethics?

 Derived from the Greek word “ethos”, which

means character or moral.
 refers to the branch of philosophy that is
concerned with human conduct, more specifically
the behavior of individuals in society.
What is the Purpose of Ethics

 Ethics is what guides us to tell the truth, keep

our promises, or help someone in need. There is
a framework of ethics underlying our lives on a
daily basis, helping us make decisions that create
positive impacts and steering us away from unjust
outcomes.
What is the Importance of Ethics in our
Society?

 Ethics make a society peaceful, harmonious and

a better place to live by guiding the behavior of
people. Ethics act as a self-governing system to
keep human self-interest and the good of society
at equilibrium because the eyes of the law are not
always available.
What are Some Examples of Ethics in
Daily Life
 Honesty
Many people view honesty as an important ethic. This ethic transfers from an
individual’s personal life into their professional life and ensures they are truthful in all
scenarios.
 Loyalty
Loyalty is another common personal ethic that many professionals share. People who have
a personal ethic of loyalty demonstrate trustworthiness and fidelity in all of their dealings
and can be trusted by others to maintain their loyal behavior no matter the situation.
 Integrity
Integrity refers to a person’s commitment to upholding their moral principles in any
situation and is an important component of trustworthy and sound relationships both in
and out of the workplace. People with integrity are reliable, responsible, and hold
themselves accountable for their actions
 Respect
People with sound personal ethics demonstrate respect for those around them both at
work and in their personal lives. They respect others’ autonomy, rights, and interests,
and do not discriminate based on someone’s religion, sex, or race.
 Selflessness
People who are selfless put others first and do not act in selfish or self-serving ways.
They consider the needs and situations of others and prioritize these needs before
their own.
 Responsibility
Someone with a strong moral code is willing to take responsibility for their actions and
make changes or amends when necessary.
Importance of Ethics in Education

 Ethics plays a very important role in Education.

  Ethics are interpreted as the discipline of dealing with good and bad with
commitment and moral duty.
 Ethics are well-established levels that make the measures right and wrong. It
is classified as unique values such as integrity and discipline, Honesty amid
others and applies them in daily routines.
 Ethics impacts the behavior and permit an individual to make the right
options. To manage life and act responsibly is very hard without ethics. The
significance of ethics cannot be disregard in any level of life it’s important
that they are practiced in the area of Education.