The Association of Computing Machines (ACM) is one of the oldest professional bodies in the ICT
sector. You have been asked to study their code of ethics and professional conduct in order to
create a presentation that will be shared with all the employees at your company. Create the
presentation following the guidelines below:
Q.2.1 Your presentation should include the following
Q.2.1.1 The ACM’s general ethical principles (10)
Q.2.1.2 The ACM’s professional responsibilities. (10)
Q.2.1.3 Your presentation should share the key facts in a visually appealing
manner, this includes the use of colours, images, icons, etc.
(5)
Q.2.1.4 Your presentation needs to include a references slide that shows the
correct references of each website and scholarly article you used to
create your presentation.
(5)
The Association of Computing Machines (ACM) is a renowned professional body in the ICT sector. In order to educate our employees on the ACM's code of ethics and professional conduct, we have created this presentation. Let's dive into the key aspects of the ACM's principles and responsibilities.
Slide 1: Introduction
- Introduce the ACM and its relevance in the ICT industry
- Engage the audience with an attention-grabbing image or graphic
Slide 2: General Ethical Principles
- Present the 10 general ethical principles of the ACM
1. Contribute to society and human well-being
2. Avoid harm to others
3. Be honest and trustworthy
4. Be fair and take action not to discriminate
5. Respect privacy
6. Honor confidentiality
7. Maintain professional competence
8. Know and respect intellectual property rights
9. Be honest about limitations of skills and knowledge
10. Respect and support colleagues
Slide 3: Professional Responsibilities
- Highlight the ACM's professional responsibilities
- Explain each responsibility briefly
1. Uphold the integrity and dignity of the profession
2. Foster public understanding and awareness of computing
3. Support the professional development of colleagues
4. Use resources responsibly
5. Ensure the accuracy of information
6. Respect and promote diversity
7. Promote public understanding of computing
Slide 4: Visual Appeal
- Use colors, images, icons, and other visuals to enhance the presentation
- Keep the slides visually appealing, professional, and consistent with your company's branding
Slide 5: References
- Add a slide at the end with correct references for any websites or scholarly articles used in the presentation
- Include the website titles, authors, publication dates, and URLs to ensure proper credit
Remember, our employees should understand the ACM's code of ethics and professional conduct to uphold the highest standards in their work. Make this presentation engaging and visually appealing to enhance comprehension and retention.
References:
1. ACM Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct - https://www.acm.org/code-of-ethics
2. Title of Scholarly Article, Author Name, Journal Name, Publication Date - URL
Thank you for your attention! Any questions or clarifications are welcome.