Ethics
What is the definition of ethics?
Rules or principles that tell us what is right and wrong.
What are values?
Values are personal beliefs about what is important and meaningful in life.
Is helping someone who dropped their books an example of ethics or values?
Values, because it shows kindness and caring.
What does social responsibility mean?
Doing things that benefit society, like helping others or protecting the environment.
True or False: Ethics and values are exactly the same.
False. Ethics are about what is right and wrong in society, while values are personal beliefs.
Give one example of an ethical decision someone might make at school
Deciding not to cheat on a test, even when no one is watching.
Name one value that might be important to you.
Students’ own answers, such as kindness, honesty, respect.
If a student sees someone cheating but doesn’t tell the teacher, is that an ethical decision?
No, because they are allowing dishonest behavior to continue.
True or False: Recycling is an example of social responsibility.
True, because it helps protect the environment.
Give one example of social responsibility in everyday life.
Picking up litter, donating clothes, or helping someone in need.
True or False: Ethics are the same in every country.
False. Ethics can differ across cultures and societies.
Are values the same for everyone?
No, values are personal and can vary from one person to another.
Sharing your lunch with a friend who forgot theirs is an example of what value?
Generosity
What is one way you can show social responsibility at school?
By helping to clean up after lunch or by being respectful to others.
True or False: All of your friends should have the same values as you.
False. People can have different values and still be friends.
What happens when someone breaks an ethical rule?
It can lead to consequences like losing trust or facing punishment from society.
What might happen if two people have different values?
Have disagreements or approach situations differently
True or False: Not lying to avoid getting in trouble is an ethical choice
True, because being honest is an ethical principle.
How can we show social responsibility in our communities?
By volunteering, helping neighbors, or raising awareness about important issues.
Can ethical choices sometimes be difficult to make? Why?
Yes, because sometimes doing the right thing might be hard or go against what we want.
What’s the difference between ethics and laws?
Ethics are guidelines for behavior, while laws are enforced rules made by governments.
True or False: Your values can change as you grow older
True. People’s values can change over time based on experiences.
What value might be behind someone volunteering their time at a charity?
Compassion or empathy.
Why is social responsibility important?
It helps create a better world for everyone by taking care of others and the planet.
Why is it important to think about ethics and values when making decisions?
Because they guide us to make good choices that affect ourselves and others in positive ways.