Instructions
Assignment objective: Apply both ethical theories and ethical situationism to the issue of misinformation (or fake news) in media.
Purpose: This assignment will help you integrate theoretical knowledge with a real-world ethical problem.
Task:
Introduction: Define misinformation and its significance in contemporary media. Explain why it’s an ethical issue.
Ethical Theories: Briefly describe two ethical theories and how they view the problem of misinformation.
Ethical Situationism: Define ethical situationism. Discuss how situational factors can influence the spread or acceptance of misinformation.
Case Study Analysis: Select a real-world example of misinformation. Analyze it using the ethical theories and the concept of ethical situationism.
Proposed Solutions: Suggest strategies for combating misinformation, guided by your theoretical understanding. Discuss who bears responsibility and how situational factors might be leveraged.
Conclusion: Summarize your findings and their broader implications.
Skills: This assignment will help you develop skills in ethical analysis and critical thinking.
Criteria for Success: Successful papers will demonstrate a clear understanding of the chosen ethical theories and ethical situationism, provide a cogent account and analysis of misinformation in media, and propose well-reasoned solutions.