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Overcoming the Challenges of Teaching Engineering Ethics in an International Context: A U.S. Perspective

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Engineering Ethics for a Globalized World

Part of the book series: Philosophy of Engineering and Technology ((POET,volume 22))

Abstract

The delivery of high-quality instruction in the field of engineering ethics can be challenging. Multiple reports and publications have identified a general hesitation or reluctance among faculty in the engineering disciplines to teach classes in professional ethics. Additional complexity is encountered when delivering that content to an international context. However, a vast array of instructional material is available to assist with the process of preparing to teach engineering ethics. This chapter will identify unique challenges associated with teaching engineering ethics in an international context and it will also provide a detailed assessment of the available teaching resources. The teaching resources evaluated in this chapter will include traditional textbooks, on-line assets, journals, and video-based media. A review of moral development assessment tools will also be provided.

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  1. United States Military Academy, West Point, NY, USA

    Brock E. Barry

  2. Arizona State University, Phoenix, AZ, USA

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  4. Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas, USA

    Charles E. Harris, Jr.

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Barry, B.E., Herkert, J.R. (2015). Overcoming the Challenges of Teaching Engineering Ethics in an International Context: A U.S. Perspective. In: Murphy, C., Gardoni, P., Bashir, H., Harris, Jr., C., Masad, E. (eds) Engineering Ethics for a Globalized World. Philosophy of Engineering and Technology, vol 22. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-18260-5_11

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