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Cases for Developing Ethical Awareness Marilyn A. Dyrud Oregon Institute of Technology CIEC 2006 “People are story-telling animals.” ~Walter Fischer “The ideas of engineering are in our bones.” ~Henry Petroski Overview Definitions Benefits of cases Pedagogical techniques Resources Why Cases? Allure of stories Proven pedagogical technique Flexible Definitions Micro: individual engineers Issues: Autonomy Duty/loyalty Integrity Responsibility Whistleblowing Macro: engineering profession Issues: Product liability Social contract Public safety Responsibility Sustainable development Benefits Active learning Practical application Problem-solving skills Communication skills Enhanced class atmosphere Case Activity With a person sitting next to you, read and discuss the case. Develop answers for the 3 questions Decide who will be the spokesperson Results Does the engineer’s action constitute a breach of confidentiality? Is his behavior proper? What, if any, action against the engineer would be appropriate? Pedagogical Techniques Discussion Problem-solving Moral imagination Decision-Making Guide State problem Check facts Identify relevant factors Develop list of options Test options •Harm •Publicity •Defensibility •Reversibility •Colleague •Professional •Organization Make a choice Review Resources Textbooks Websites NSPE’s Board of Ethical Review State examining sites Conclusions Involve mind & emotions Develop reasoning, problem-solving, communication skills Prepare for future situations “Engineering ethics is part of thinking like an engineer. Teaching engineering ethics is part of teaching future engineers how to practice the profession.” ~Michael Davis