Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Tutorial Two: Digital Camera use and applications

Provide a definition of Computer Ethics

Computer Ethics is a branch of practical philosophy which deals with how computing professionals should make decisions regarding professional and social conduct.

Retrieved February 14, 2007, from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_ethics


Provide a definition of Intellectual Property


Intellectual Property (IP) is all of a company's patents, trademarks, service marks, trade names, trade secrets, and copyrights. It is distinguished from capital.

Retrieved May 21, 2008, from http://property.www.catalystconsultingpartners.com/glossary.html


Provide a definition of Social Justice


Social justice mostly refers to an idea of society, where "justice" refers to economic status rather than to the administration of laws. It is based on the idea of a society which gives individuals and groups fair treatment and a just share of the benefits of society.

social justice Retrieved May 21, 2008, from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Socialjustice


Provide a definition of Informed Consent


Informed consent is a legal condition whereby a person can be said to have given consent based upon an appreciation and understanding of the facts and implications of an action.

Retrieved February 14, 2007, from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Informed_consent

In your own words briefly summarise why (or why not) a great understanding of ITC and the ethical issues it encompasses will help us in our practice and daily lives.


A good understanding of internet technology and communications will help us as therapists to recognise what is appropriate ethically in relation to obtaining, accessing, recording and reproducing information, while also clearly understanding considerations around privacy and safety relative to both therapist and service users.

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