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    Practical Digital Ethics
    Itnow 65 (4): 54-55. 2023.
    This brief article explores recent ethical issues surrounding digital technology, illustrating the need to ensure everyone's digital ethics awareness.
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    Imagine! Ethical Digital Technology for Everyone
    Auerbach Publications, Taylor & Francis Group. 2023.
    You will find in this book a fascinating critical analysis about digital technology from a humanistic perspective.... You will enjoy pictures, poems, stories, and quotations that should encourage self-reflection and community discussion about your real life, your digital life, and the role of technology in society..... This book is oriented towards anyone and everyone, breaking the academic and professional barriers thereby increasing universal awareness of the importance of the ethical concerns…Read more
  •  31
    Ethical Digital Technology in Practice
    Auerbach Publications, Taylor & Francis Group. 2022.
    Digital technology is about people. It is about those who plan, develop and implement applications which other people use and are affected by. It is about the impact on all these people as well as on the world at large. Ethical Digital Technology in Practice takes a real-world perspective to explore these impacts over time and discover ways in which to promote ethical digital technology through good practice. It draws upon the author’s published articles in trade magazines, professional journals…Read more
  •  14
    Towards morally defensible e‐government interactions with citizens
    with N. Ben Fairweather
    Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society 4 (4): 173-180. 2006.
    This paper looks at citizen‐facing e‐government. It considers how the non‐discretionary nature of the citizen’s relationship with government makes citizen‐facing e‐government different from business‐consumer e‐commerce. Combined with the moral basis of the state, the paper argues that there is an obligation for the state to set an example, which should affect the design of citizen‐facing e‐government, with design‐for‐all being an appropriate philosophy. Other consequences should include a prefer…Read more
  •  17
    For the record: the evolution of acceptable digital technology
    Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society 19 (4): 425-432. 2021.
    This is an analysis of JICES, a journal that, for 19 years, has captured, for the record, the broader issues surrounding digital technology and how these might be addressed; thus, resulting in acceptable digital technology. Established and up and coming scholars in the field need to be provided with supportive avenues to share their views and ideas of how to realise ethical digital technology. JICES continues to have a key role to play in this.
  •  22
    Software engineering code of ethics and professional practice
    with Donald Gotterbarn and K. Miller
    Science and Engineering Ethics 7 (2): 231-238. 2001.
    The Software Engineering Code of Ethics and Professional Practice, intended as a standard for teaching and practicing software engineering, documents the ethical and professional obligations of software engineers. The code should instruct practitioners about the standards society expects them to meet, about what their peers strive for, and about what to expect of one another. In addition, the code should also inform the public about the responsibilities that are important to the profession. Adop…Read more
  •  25
    Introduction
    Ethics and Information Technology 2 (2): 89-89. 2000.
    The overall theme for ETHICOMP 99 was “Look to the future of the Information Society”. The aim was to focus on how achievements of the past could be built upon to expand the field and to ensure that the important issues impacting upon society, its citizens and its organisations will be effectively addressed and so help improve the quality of life. The result was a conference rich in reflection, ideas and debate. The papers selected for this special edition illustrate this. What is clear is that …Read more
  •  27
    The Evolving Landscape of Ethical Digital Technology
    CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group. 2021.
    In a world that is awash in ubiquitous technology, even the least tech-savvy know that we must take care how that technology affects individuals and society. That governments and organizations around the world now focus on these issues, that universities and research institutes in many different languages dedicate significant resources to study the issues, and that international professional organizations have adopted standards and directed resources toward ethical issues in technology is in no …Read more
  •  21
    Introduction
    with Jeroen van der Hoven, Terry Bynum, and Don Gotterbarn
    Journal of Business Ethics 22 (1): 1-2. 1999.
    An introduction to a special issue on computer ethics.
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    Trustworthy publishing
    Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society 14 (1). 2016.
    Whether we are authors, publishers or readers, we have responsibilities and obligations to act in an ethically acceptable way within academic publishing. If the integrity of academic literature is to be maintained in the digital era, authors must be educated in publication ethics, publishers should actively promote ethical practice and decision makers should be mindful that strategy does not compromise ethical robustness. Only then will we have trustworthy relationships across the publishing lan…Read more
  •  3
    The Virtual World: a tension between global reach and local sensitivity
    International Review of Information Ethics 2. 2004.
    Society, its citizens and its organisations are becoming more dependent upon technology and its global application as the means of providing information and obtaining services in a virtual world. This paper considers some of issues surrounding a virtual world of global reach yet still having to be locally sensitive. It challenges current thinking and concepts on the basis that we have a new dimension to our person through our Internet existence. Strategic guidance is suggested in an attempt to r…Read more
  •  8
    The ethics of software project management
    with Donald Gotterbarn
    In Göran Collste (ed.), Ethics and Information Technology, New Academic Publishers. pp. 137-154. 1998.
    In this paper are identified several critical ethical issues that arise in most software projects. Proactive ways to address these issues are detailed. These approaches are consistent with most professional software development standards.
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    The challenge of raising ethical awareness: A case-based aiding system for use by computing and ICT students
    with Don Sherratt and N. Ben Fairweather
    Science and Engineering Ethics 11 (2): 299-315. 2005.
    Students, the future Information and Communication Technology (ICT) professionals, are often perceived to have little understanding of the ethical issues associated with the use of ICTs. There is a growing recognition that the moral issues associated with the use of the new technologies should be brought to the attention of students. Furthermore, they should be encouraged to explore and think more deeply about the social and legal consequences of the use of ICTs. This paper describes the develop…Read more
  •  3
    ICT and social justice
    The Philosophers' Magazine 14 31-31. 2001.
    The digital divide is a global reality. It exacerbates inequality of opportunity and social injustice. This explored in a short article.
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    The digital divide is a multi-dimensional complex
    Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society 18 (3): 321-321. 2020.
    Since the advent of accessible online computing, the digital divide existed, it exists today and it will exist tomorrow. It means that almost every aspect of life will be affected, particularly for those who are most vulnerable for whatever reason. It is important that research-informed action addresses this unacceptable state. In this special issue, a number of perspectives are taken to consider different aspects of the digital divide. In total, they illustrate the synergistic value of crossing…Read more
  •  4
    Guest editorial
    Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society 15 (3): 182-182. 2017.
    In 2013, the Edward Snowden disclosures, for which he has been described as a hero, a whistleblower, a dissident, a patriot and a traitor, shocked the world. Here was clear evidence of how technology was being used covertly to survey and control citizens. The impact of these disclosures continues to reverberate worldwide. It is therefore appropriate to devote a Special Issue of the Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society to this topic.
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    Is professional practice at risk following the Volkswagen and Tesla revelations?
    Acm Sigcas Computers and Society 47 (3): 25-38. 2017.
    With the world in economic crisis the headlong drive for efficiency and effectiveness together with resulting profit is the watchword. Such pressure might have resulted in real gains but has also led to unscrupulous or reckless actions. The tempering of such drive with ethical consideration is often neglected until there is a detrimental event causing public outcry which in turn places pressure on the actors to account for the reasons the event had occurred. This cause and effect map is commonpl…Read more
  •  8
    The data shadow
    Acm Sigcas Computers and Society 47 (1): 8-9. 2017.
    This hypothetical story is about personal data which resides on the internet. It has its foundation in things which have happened. It raises serious questions about whether we should be more wary of, and whether there are things organisations and individuals could do to reduce the risks associated with data shadows.
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    Future vision
    Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society 13 (3/4): 346-360. 2015.
    Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to review the world of information and communications technology from its early days to the near future. The aim is to consider how successfully academia, industry and government have worked together in delivering ethically acceptable ICT which is accessible to those who might benefit from such advances. The paper concludes with suggestions of a fresh approach for the future. Design/methodology/approach – The paper draws upon evidence from the history of co…Read more
  •  26
    Information systems ethics – challenges and opportunities
    with Keith W. Miller, Jenifer Sunrise Winter, and David Larson
    Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society 17 (1): 87-97. 2019.
    Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the ethical issues surrounding information systems practice with a view to encouraging greater involvement in this aspect of IS research. Information integrity relies upon the development and operation of computer-based information systems. Those who undertake the planning, development and operation of these information systems have obligations to assure information integrity and overall to contribute to the public good. This ethical dimension of i…Read more
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    ICT and social justice
    The Philosophers' Magazine 14 (14): 31-31. 2001.
    The digital divide is a global reality. It exacerbates inequality of opportunity and social injustice. This explored in a short article.
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    Introduction to the invited paper by Ellen Christiansen
    Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society 12 (1). 2014.
    We have decided that periodically we will invite a leading scholar to write a paper on a particular topic. This paper will be subject to responses from other leading scholars working in the same area. The hope is to provide an interdisciplinary perspective on an important issue which will be of interest to the readership and inspire some to submit further papers relevant to this discourse. In this way we aim to stimulate further cross-discipline dialogue. The first invited paper is “From ‘ethics…Read more
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    Focus: Information Ethics
    Business Ethics, the Environment and Responsibility 6 (2): 72-72. 1997.
    “The overall goal of information ethics is to integrate information technology and human values in such a way that IT advances and protects human values rather than doing damage to them” (Simon Rogerson). We are pleased to present in this issue five papers from a recent European conference on information ethics edited and introduced by Simon Rogerson, Director of the Centre for Computing and Social Responsibility at De Montfort University, England.We are also pleased to announce a major new feat…Read more
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    Editorial - Are codes of ethics relevant?
    Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society 15 (4): 346-347. 2017.
    Codes of ethics are important as they provide the detail on which sound ICT strategies can be planned and implemented. However, to suggest these alone can be used to resolve unethical ICT practice is folly. A new approach which engages all members of society is needed. Why? – because, society is now ICT-dependent and anyone can develop ICT systems which might be used by thousands, if not millions, of people. Impacts, whether positive or negative, spread rapidly and are very difficult to reverse.
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    Advances in information ethics
    Business Ethics, the Environment and Responsibility 6 (2). 1997.
    The versatility and adaptability of information technology offer many potential benefits to society, its organisations and its citizens; but there are also many associated risks. The social and ethical implications of this technology warrant special attention and have resulted in the creation of information ethics as a discrete area complementary to business ethics. Simon Rogerson is Director of the Centre for Computing and Social Responsibility at De Montfort University, The Gateway, Leicester,…Read more
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    Editorial - Computing by everyone for everyone
    Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society 17 (4): 373-374. 2019.
    Computing is no longer the sole domain of professionals, educated and trained through traditional routes to service public and private sector organisations under paid contracts. Computing has been democratised with the advent of economically accessible hardware, a multitude of software tools and the internet. Computing is by everyone for everyone.
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    Advances in Information Ethics
    Business Ethics, the Environment and Responsibility 6 (2): 73-75. 1997.
    The versatility and adaptability of information technology offer many potential benefits to society, its organisations and its citizens; but there are also many associated risks. The social and ethical implications of this technology warrant special attention and have resulted in the creation of information ethics as a discrete area complementary to business ethics. Simon Rogerson is Director of the Centre for Computing and Social Responsibility at De Montfort University, The Gateway, Leicester,…Read more
  •  19
    Focus: Information ethics
    Business Ethics, the Environment and Responsibility 6 (2). 1997.
    “The overall goal of information ethics is to integrate information technology and human values in such a way that IT advances and protects human values rather than doing damage to them” . We are pleased to present in this issue five papers from a recent European conference on information ethics edited and introduced by Simon Rogerson, Director of the Centre for Computing and Social Responsibility at De Montfort University, England.We are also pleased to announce a major new feature of the Revie…Read more
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    Ethical assessment of new technologies: a meta‐methodology
    with Ian Harris, Richard C. Jennings, David Pullinger, and Penny Duquenoy
    Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society 9 (1): 49-64. 2011.
    The purpose of this paper is to set out a structured meta‐methodology, named DIODE, for the ethical assessment of new and emerging technologies. DIODE has been designed by a mixture of academics, governmental people and commercial practitioners. It is designed to help diverse organisations and individuals conduct ethical assessments of new and emerging technologies. A framework discussion paper was developed for consultation to ensure that DIODE addresses fundamental ethical concerns, has approp…Read more
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    Academic publishing in the information age – an editor’s observations
    Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society 15 (2): 106-109. 2017.
    Purpose This paper aims to explore the evolution of academic publishing from the traditional roots to today’s online publishing cycle which embraces many of the elements of virtual space. Design/methodology/approach A case study approach is adopted using the Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society to explore the revolutionary journey. Findings The value of using a range of virtual space facilities in tandem is assessed. Originality/value The paper can be used as a guide for a…Read more