LESSON 3: MAKING ETHICAL

DECISIONS ABOUT THE USE OF

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TECHNOLOGY
Prepared by:
Marvel Garcia
TOPICS:
1. Promote societal value.
2. Minimize negative societal impact.
3. Protect the interests of research
participants.
4. Advance the interests of patients.
5. Engage relevant communities.
6. Ensure oversight and accountability.
7. Recognize appropriate governmental
and policy roles.”

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PROMOTE ETHICAL TECHNOLOGY
USE
Using technology to create solutions that benefit
society, promoting ethical use.

Example: Developing educational apps to promote

accessible, ethical learning opportunities

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MINIMIZE NEGATIVE IMPACT OF
TECHNOLOGY
Responsible tech use to prevent harm to people and
the environment.

Example: Properly recycling electronics to minimize

environmental harm.

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PROTECT TECH USERS ETHICALLY

Safeguarding user rights, safety, and privacy

in the digital world.

Example: Respecting user privacy settings and

securing personal data.
 ADVANCE THE WELL-BEING
OF TECH USERS ETHICALLY
CLOSE THE GAP

Using technology to improve the

lives of users in ethical ways.

Example: Designing wellness apps that

genuinely promote health and mental
well-being.

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ENGAGE COMMUNITIES IN ETHICAL TECH
DEVELOPMENT

Collaborating with the right people when

creating technology.

Example: Seeking input from diverse groups when

designing inclusive tech solutions.
ENSURE ETHICAL OVERSIGHT AND
ACCOUNTABILITY IN TECH
Having ethical rules and oversight in place to
maintain digital accountability.

Example: Implementing cybersecurity measures to protect

user data, ethically.

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 RECOGNIZE ETHICAL GOVERNMENT
AND POLICY ROLES IN TECH
CLOSE THE GAP
Understanding the role of
governments in creating and enforcing
ethical tech laws and policies.

Example: Governments enacting ethical

internet privacy laws to protect users'
rights and online security.

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Watch short video about
ethical use of technology:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOqjW1U0dKs
 THINK OF THE BEST SOLUTIONS TO THESE SCENARIOS:
Scenario 1: Digital Bullying
Problem: I'm being bullied online by my classmates, and it's making me feel really hurt and
upset.
Scenario 2: Online Cheating
Problem: I'm tempted to use technology to cheat on tests or assignments, but I know it's not
the right thing to do.
Scenario 3: Privacy Invasion
Problem: My friend attempted to use my smartphone without my knowledge and look through
my gallery.
Scenario 4: Fake News
Problem: I saw some information online, but I'm not sure if it's true or false, and it's causing
confusion.
Scenario 5: Inappropriate Content
Problem: My younger siblings came across inappropriate content on their devices, and it's
concerning.
ASSIGNMENT:
Research 5 negative societal
impacts of technology and give
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examples or ways how to
minimize those negative
consequences, emphasizing the
importance of ethical
considerations
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THANK YOU