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
Title: Exploring ACM's Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct
Introduction:
- Welcome and thank all employees for attending the presentation
- Briefly explain the purpose of the presentation: to understand the ACM's Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct
Slide 1: Overview of ACM
- Briefly introduce the Association of Computing Machinery (ACM)
- Mention ACM's mission of advancing computing as a science and a profession
Slide 2: Importance of Ethical Principles
- Explain the significance of ethical principles in the ICT sector
- Emphasize the responsibility of professionals to adhere to ethical standards
Slide 3: ACM's General Ethical Principles
- Present and discuss the ACM's five general ethical principles:
1. General Moral Imperatives
2. Professional Responsibilities
3. Professional Leadership Principles
4. Compliance with the Code
5. Personal Integrity
Slide 4: General Moral Imperatives
- Elaborate on the importance of these imperatives, which emphasize ethical decision-making:
a. Contribute to society and human well-being
b. Avoid harm to others
c. Be honest and trustworthy
d. Be fair and take action not to discriminate
Slide 5: Professional Responsibilities
- Explore the professional responsibilities highlighted in the ACM's code:
a. Strive to achieve high-quality standards in both practice and research
b. Protect privacy and confidentiality
c. Respect intellectual property rights
d. Honor contracts and agreements
Slide 6: Professional Leadership Principles
- Discuss the principles related to leadership in the ICT field, including:
a. Promote the understanding and acceptance of responsible professional practice
b. Foster ethical approaches to all aspects of computing
c. Support colleagues in professional development and advancement
d. Conduct oneself with integrity and be a positive influence
Slide 7: Compliance with the Code
- Explain the importance of adherence to the ACM's Code of Ethics and consequences for non-compliance
- Encourage employees to review the Code regularly and seek guidance when faced with ethical dilemmas
Slide 8: Personal Integrity
- Emphasize the significance of personal integrity in upholding ethical standards
- Encourage employees to act with honesty, trust, and responsibility in all professional interactions
Slide 9: Conclusion
- Summarize the key points covered in the presentation
- Highlight the benefits of following the ACM's Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct
Slide 10: Q&A and Discussion
- Open the floor for questions, comments, and discussions regarding the ACM's code and its application in the company
Slide 11: Thank You
- Thank employees for their participation and attention
- Provide contact information for any further inquiries or feedback