School psychologists must have a system of problem solving to employ when faced with ethical dilemmas. In addition, school psychologists must recognize that professional expertise brought to practice in the schools is not value free. It is imperative that those who see themselves as helping others, especially children, clarify their ideals, goals,…

A discussion of the values and responsibilities of today's universities, professors, and students, with some special advice to students on how to derive the most benefits from their education. (LS)

Discusses guidelines for ethics in academic debate. Covers obligations of debaters and examples of unethical conduct. Proposes gaming as a way to study and regulate ethics. (PD)

This book discusses the issues involved in ethical decision-making in a way that children and adolescents can comprehend. Kids will learn to recognize the impact of their actions upon others and on their own sense of well-being. These developmentally appropriate activities help children and youth internalize the concepts associated with "doing the…

The Center for Academic Integrity defines academic integrity as a commitment, even in the face of adversity, to five fundamental values: honesty, trust, fairness, respect, and responsibility. From these values come principles of behavior that enable academic communities to translate ideals into action. This essay discusses each of these values and…

The author of this article proposes that wider, more challenging ethical issues should not be treated as special topics within these professions but should be considered crucial parts of the mainstream of ethical thought and practice. (Author)

Distinguishes between professional and moral responsibilities and examines the moral justification of different types of professions: professions with inherent moral purposes, professions practiced within government, and professions with stipulated moral purpose. Applies conclusions reached to the professions of: (1) environmental expert; (2)…

Fuller offers insights into the meanings of industry and technology and how they have acquired undeserved connotations. He examines capitalism, enterprise, and integrity as exemplified by Henry Ford and the consequences of the current lack of integrity in industry. (SK)

Mentoring may contribute to prevention of scientific misconduct because it establishes an environment that promotes positive character traits and coping skills. Nurse researchers should be trained as mentors and learn to identify causes of misconduct. (SK)

Results from a survey of 38 schools of nursing with doctoral programs indicate that most gave information on misconduct and scientific integrity, but the extent and scope of instruction was marginal or inadequate. Findings suggest the need for a more proactive and consistent approach to promoting scientific integrity in doctoral programs. (JOW)

Faculty members faced with unethical behavior by students can be guided by an ethical decision-making framework to help them protect student and faculty rights and promote moral development. (Author)

Discusses the inherent complexities of ecosystems. Included in the discussion are the topics of space and time; thermodynamics and open systems; middle number systems and observer dependence; information needs; and the ecosystem approach and integrity. (Contains 26 references.) (MDH)

Discusses methodological and ethical issues pertaining to "psychological autopsy," an interview method for reconstruction of suicidal death through interviews with survivors, based on application of method to three studies of suicides and review of other investigations. Emphasizes consideration of integrity of deceased, integrity and health of…

Conflicts of interest raise ethical questions in academia. To prevent potentially compromising situations, nursing faculty should avoid preferential treatment, development policies, follow guidelines for mentoring, and provide faculty development. (SK)

Reviews the latest research on cheating, examining the prevalence of cheating, who cheats and why, and problems related to use of the Internet. Focuses on the special responsibility that adults have to help students deal with the problem of cheating, suggesting that the key is to convince students that academic integrity is something to be valued.…