Ethical Issues
What are Personal Ethical Issues?
Personal ethical issues are moral challenges individuals face in everyday life, guided by personal values, culture, and beliefs (Johnson, 2019; Velasquez et al., 2015).
- Privacy and Data Collection: Collecting user data without consent.
Example: A phone app tracking location unnecessarily. - Dark Patterns: Designing interfaces that trick users.
Example: Hiding the cancel button and highlighting the "Like" option.
Accessibility Issues
Not designing for users with disabilities.
Example: A website without screen reader support.
Security: Systems not designed with security can be vulnerable to hacking and data breaches.
Professional Issues
Professionalism involves appropriate workplace conduct, guided by integrity, accountability, and respect (Wilmot & Hocker, 2014). It includes following procedures, maintaining client confidentiality, and ensuring security of information.