You will be required to submit a paper based on an ethical dilemma that arises in the context of your practice (i.e., practicum, paid work), past or present. If you cannot think of a suitable example, please ask your practicum supervisor/colleagues to help you come up with a scenario based on their experience in your practice setting.
If you still can’t think of an example, you can choose one in the context of other paid/volunteer/practicum experience you have engaged in.
Describe the dilemma without naming the people involved directly. Choose an ethical decision making framework (one described in class or a different one you’ve chosen).
Describe the framework and then use it to work through your ethical issue. Reflect on whether or not you found the process helpful and in what ways.
Grading criteria:
Description of ethical dilemma Clear, concise description of the
most salient/critical points, clearly laying it out as an ethical dilemma rather than ethical issueor ethical problem. 2%
Description of framework Clear, concise description of the
most salient/critical points 2%
Critical thinking and self reflection Evidence of critical thinking and self-reflection. Avoidance of over-generalization and simplification. 15%
Spelling, grammar, clarity and organization, APA compliance¼ mark will be deducted for each error 6%
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