Individual Ethics Research Articles

Exploring the Relationship between Individual Information Technology Ethics and Netizenship Behaviors

In the digital age, information technology (IT) ethics plays a critical role in shaping netizenship behavior within online communities. This concept paper examines the relationship between individual IT ethics and netizenship behavior and emphasizes how ethical principles guide responsible and constructive participation in digital spaces. Based on theoretical frameworks such as the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) and Digital Citizenship, the article examines the influence of ethical IT practices on positive netizenship, including factors such as digital literacy, hierarchical influence and cultural or religious values. The review shows that people with strong IT ethics are more likely to engage in responsible online behavior, promoting healthier digital environments. By identifying gaps in the existing literature, the paper proposes a conceptual model to guide future empirical research on how ethical IT use influences digital citizenship. The findings highlight the importance of promoting IT ethics and digital literacy to improve online interactions and contribute to more engaged, respectful and responsible digital communities.

Clash of temporalities: Ephemerality and embodied time in Welcome to Our Hillbrow

ABSTRACT Drawing upon Ann Laura Stoler’s concept of “ruination”, this article critically examines the depictions of time and temporalities in Phaswane Mpe’s novella Welcome to Our Hillbrow (2001) to explore the dynamically persistent imperial formations that are difficult to notice in the text. These temporalities serve as reflections of pre-existing social issues in post-apartheid South Africa such as apathy, historical amnesia, and xenophobia. The sharp fluctuations of the everyday and the looming sense of anxiety disconnect the Hillbrowans’ perception of their present from the longue durée of empire. This disconnection reduces the characters’ judgement of historical and socio-economic problems as affecting failings of individual morality and xenophobia. Furthermore, Mpe reveals the fluidity of time and space in Hillbrow through the recurring motifs of walking and sharing stories. This allows the characters to envision horizons beyond their immediate experiences and rediscover their lost capacity for remembering and self-recognition in the other.

Nurses' justifications for morally courageous acts in ethical conflicts: A narrative inquiry.

Background: Moral courage is defined as the courage to act in ethical conflicts based on individual or professional values despite the personal risks involved. Nurses justify their decisions to act morally courageously as part of their ethical decision-making. Objective: To describe registered nurses' justifications for acting morally courageously, or not, in ethical conflicts where they needed moral courage. Research design: A narrative inquiry with a holistic content approach was used. Individual, in-depth interviews were conducted in January-February 2023. The data were analysed using holistic content analysis. Participants and research context: Fourteen registered nurses with experience in situations where they needed moral courage participated. The nurses came from the somatic, palliative, mental health, and substance abuse care fields in Finland. Ethical considerations: Good scientific practice was followed. Ethical approval was obtained before data collection from the university's ethics committee. Findings: The nurses needed moral courage in ethical conflicts with patients present and between professionals. Individual responsibility, professional ethics, and emotions were identified as bases of nurses' justifications for morally courageous acts. The justifications for acting morally courageously, or not, had individual, contextual, and organisational perspectives. Morally courageous acts included starting a discussion about the conflict with other professionals and reporting the situation in writing within one's organisation. Discussion and conclusions: The identified bases and perspectives of justifications illustrate the complexity of nurses' decision-making in ethical conflicts, either leading to morally courageous acts or not. These results can inform nursing practice and research in developing processes to strengthen nurses' moral courage and examining relationships between moral courage and other concepts, such as moral resilience.

Analisis Semantik Konsep Rezeki dalam Tafsir Al-Misbah dan Implikasinya dalam Konteks Kognitif dan Etis

This study examines Quraish Shihab’s interpretation of the concept of rizq in Tafsir al-Misbah through the lens of Jean Piaget’s cognitive development theory and Lev Vygotsky’s socio-cognitive theory. The academic problem addressed is how the concept of rizq, involving effort, prayer, and social interaction, can be understood from the perspective of cognitive development and social ethics. The study aims to fill the gap in tafsir analysis by incorporating psychological approaches, particularly in understanding how theological thoughts on rizq influence cognitive development and the formation of individual ethics. The research method used is textual analysis of Tafsir al-Misbah with theoretical approaches from Piaget and Vygotsky, exploring both cognitive and ethical aspects in the process of acquiring rizq. The novelty of this research lies in applying psychological developmental theories to tafsir analysis, a rarely undertaken approach in Quranic exegesis studies. The results indicate that Quraish Shihab's interpretation of rizq encompasses cognitive aspects that encourage logical and abstract thinking about effort and prayer, as well as ethical aspects that emphasize social responsibility and integrity in the pursuit of sustenance. This tafsir promotes the development of a proactive mindset and a strong ethical awareness through social interaction within the community.

Ethicality in B2B Service Delivery: Examining the Impact of Individual and Organisational Ethics on Firm Performance Through Ethical Leadership and Climate

Ethicality in B2B Service Delivery: Examining the Impact of Individual and Organisational Ethics on Firm Performance Through Ethical Leadership and Climate

‘Plastic addicts’: troubling consumer tropes in Thailand’s neoliberal waste environment

ABSTRACT Amidst mounting alarm over plastic waste’s impact on ecosystems and health, Thailand has gained global attention as one of the top six contributors to marine plastic debris. Narratives that Thai people are ‘addicted to plastic’ circulate widely in local and international media. This article unpacks this and related tropes by investigating their historical development and everyday usage. Based on ethnographic research among regulators, activists, plastic industry members, and recyclers in Bangkok, and a media analysis, I demonstrate how co-constructed civic epistemologies frame plastic waste solutions in Thailand. As public knowledge-ways that inform decision-making, these epistemologies drive plastic pollution by perpetuating neoliberal ideologies of personal responsibility and deregulation. In doing so, they reframe Thailand’s plastic waste challenges as a question of individual morality that requires consumer-based solutions rather than a question of structural production that requires a regulatory response. While scholars have addressed plastic pollution from technical, governance, and new materialist perspectives, this article offers a socio-cultural geography approach that accounts for the cultural narratives that mediate plastic pollution debates and drive plastic production and policy in Thailand and beyond.

Intangible cultural heritage of Poland and Belarus in media messages (identification of threats)

The article aims to identify threats to intangible cultural heritage generated by the media, which can be used to develop recommendations for a code of ethics for journalists and other individuals working with intangible cultural heritage in the media field. The media is one of the factors potentially threatening intangible cultural heritage as identified in UNESCO documents andresearch papers. Threats to intangible cultural heritage generated by the media can be categorised into three groups with regard to the subject responsible: 1) threats caused by the inappropriate behaviour of the producers of media materials; 2) threats resulting from the content of media messages; 3) threats resulting from media promotion. The examples analysed are media messages describing annual rituals. The present work offers not only the perspective of a researcher, but also that of a journalist who has been writing about intangible cultural heritage issues for the Belarusian media since 2012.

The Effect On Internal Control And Whistleblowing System On Fraud Prevention With Individual Morality As A Moderating Variable (Case Study of A Consumer Good Company)

The Effect On Internal Control And Whistleblowing System On Fraud Prevention With Individual Morality As A Moderating Variable (Case Study of A Consumer Good Company)

The Concept of the Role of Parents in the Application of Morality to Children (Study of Surah Luqman Verses 12-19 in Tafsir Al-Misbah)

Education is a process that humanizes humans. This concept shows that without strong morality, education will not be achieved. This article aims to analyze Surah Luqman verses 12-19, which contain important themes in moral education for children. This study uses a qualitative method with a literature study approach, relying on the interpretation text "al-Misbah" by M. Quraish Shihab as a data source. which helps in identifying important and relevant themes. The results of this study indicate that the concept of moral education in Surah Luqman includes monotheism, obedience to parents, and an invitation to do good and prevent bad deeds. This study also found three main points in moral education, namely: spiritual morals, individual morals, and social morals. This study contributes to a more contextual interpretation of children's education, which will face social realities in their future lives. The concept of amar ma'ruf is education that is oriented towards harmony, while nahi munkar is an educational effort to avoid communal conflict.

Determinants of accounting fraud in Paser regency regional apparatus

Accounting fraud can occur in the private and government sectors. This study aims to test and analyze the factors that affect accounting fraud in the Paser Regency Regional Apparatus. The population consists of 218, with a sample of 87 respondents consisting of the Head of the agency/agency, Secretary, Head of Finance, and officials involved in using funds and preparing financial statements. Data were collected through questionnaires measured using the Likert scale and analyzed by regression analysis using SPSS 25. Based on the results of the analysis, it was found that the variable perception of compensation suitability negatively affects accounting fraud. While information asymmetry, internal control, individual morality, observance of accounting rules, and internal audit do not affect accounting fraud. The Paser Regency government should close the opportunity for fraud by tightening financial management and reporting supervision, paying attention to and maintaining compensation adjustments, including incentives and other benefits to minimize fraud.

ANALISIS FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI KUALITAS SUMBER DAYA MANUSIA DI TANJUNGPINANG TAHUN 2023

This research analyzes the factors that influence the quality of human resources in Tanjungpinang in 2023. The quality of human resources is an important aspect in the development of a region, which includes abilities, skills, knowledge, as well as individual attitudes and work ethics. This study uses a quantitative approach with survey methods to collect data from various sectors in Tanjungpinang, including the education, health, economic and social sectors. Data was collected through questionnaires distributed to a representative sample of the Tanjungpinang population. Data analysis was carried out using multiple regression techniques to identify the main factors that have a significant influence on the quality of human resources. The research results show that educational factors have the most dominant influence on the quality of human resources in Tanjungpinang. Apart from that, health factors also play an important role, where access to health facilities and the general level of public health contribute to the quality of human resources. Economic factors, including per capita income and unemployment rates, were also found to have a significant influence. Meanwhile, social factors such as the family environment and participation in community activities also have a positive impact on improving the quality of human resources. These findings underline the importance of investment in the education and health sectors as an effort to improve the quality of human resources in Tanjungpinang. Regional governments are advised to improve access and quality of education and health services, in addition to encouraging inclusive and sustainable economic growth. Active community participation in social activities also needs to be encouraged to create an environment that supports the development of quality human resources. It is hoped that this research can become the basis for formulating more effective policies in improving the quality of human resources in Tanjungpinang.

Research and publication at crossroads

Writing and publishing scientific and rigorous work needs a high level of integrity and adherence to ethical guidelines. Several publications have been rejected by authentic journals as a result of not adhering to a deontological standpoint. This laxity has posed deadly repercussions to the beholder including ruining its institutional image in academic scholarship. Notwithstanding, numerous writers are acquainted with the consequences of not observing ethical standards in research and publication, yet in trying to put up their pieces of work get caught in the same quandary. Anchored on a thematically oriented review of literature, it was imperative to try to explain the key ethical misconduct bases in research and publication. To fulfil this quest many journal articles were analysed. It was found that numerous aspects form the basis for misconduct in research and publication including; the pressure to ‘publish or perish’, the limitation of mentorship and guidance programs, knowledge on research and publication, promotion and academic advancement, competition among colleagues, workload pressure, financial motives, pressure from individual morality, and the challenge of research culture. Consequently, it is imperative to note that to publish a scholarly piece of work, adhering to ethical standards is non-negotiable.

The Effect of Motivation on the Behavioral Intention to Protect Industrial Techniques of High-Tech Firms’ Employees

This study defines the intrinsic and extrinsic motivational factors that influence the prevention of industrial technology leakage by high-tech company employees. It also investigates how these factors affect the employees’ intention to prevent leakage. Based on the TPB (theory of planned behavior), this study analyzes the relationship between “attitude toward behavior”, “subjective norm”, and “perceived behavioral control”, which in turn influences the behavioral intention to prevent such leakage. Specifically, an online survey was conducted among office workers in South Korea’s high-tech industry. A total of 200 questionnaires were collected and analyzed. As the analysis results show, intrinsic motivation has a positive effect on attitude toward behavior, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control. Extrinsic motivation has a positive effect on subjective norms and perceived behavioral control but a negative effect on attitudes toward behavior. This study also proved, based on the TPB, that the three variables impact the behavioral intention to prevent technology leakage. These results confirm that, in the high-tech sector, where employees are highly specialized and autonomous, technical security behaviors are primarily influenced by individual professional ethics and judgment rather than by organizational regulation or extrinsic motivation.

Pentingnya Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan dalam Mengatasi Krisis Moral di Era Milenial Mahasiswa Farmasi Universitas PGRI Adi Buana

The moral crisis that is currently hitting the millennium era has raised deep concerns about the moral values of today's society. The ethical crisis in the millennial era is becoming an increasingly deep and complex problem. Various factors, such as the influence of globalization, technological progress, and social change, have shaped the context of individual behavior and weakened basic moral values. In this context, this review examines the importance of citizenship education as the main solution for forming individual character and social ethics in the millennium era. This study discusses the concept of citizenship education, the role of educational institutions and the challenges faced in realizing civic values in education. The research results highlight the importance of citizenship education in overcoming the current moral crisis and emphasize the need for cooperation between government, educational institutions and society to achieve this goal.

Ruang Lingkup PAI Kontemporer bagi Pembelajaran Mahasiswa PPG

Contemporary Islamic Education (PAI) plays a pivotal role in shaping the character, morality, and spirituality of individuals, particularly within the learning context for students of the Professional Teacher Education Program (PPG). In the contemporary era marked by globalization dynamics, technological advancements, and cultural pluralism, it is crucial for PPG students to comprehend and apply Islamic concepts within the evolving zeitgeist. The scope of contemporary PAI for PPG students encompasses various aspects, ranging from understanding the Quran and Hadith in modern life contexts to the utilization of technology in religious education. Additionally, topics such as Islamic ethics, character education, and Islamic-based classroom management are pivotal focuses in nurturing quality teaching professionalism. This abstract aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the contemporary PAI scope for PPG students and the significance of integrating Islamic values with the challenges and opportunities posed in modern education. Through a holistic and innovative approach, it is envisaged that PPG students can become agents of change, capable of inspiring future generations with relevant and inclusive Islamic values.

Unlocking Fraud Prevention in Village Fund Management: Causal Factor Perspective

This study sought to ascertain the impact of person morality, compensation suitability, village apparatus competency, and accountability on the partial prevention of fraudulent village fund administration. The methodology employed in the research is a quantitative research method and uses primary data, namely in the village in Babelan District, Bekasi, West Java. The sample used was 50 respondents in the 2022 period through purposive sampling method. The With a significance threshold of 5%, the multiple linear regression analysis methodology is employed. The study's findings partially indicate that while accountability has a significant negative impact on preventing fraud in village fund management, village apparatus competence, compensation suitability, and individual morality have positive and significant effects on this variable. Implications for managers in this research All village fund management procedures, including the creation of financial reports and reporting on the usage of funds, must be carried out honestly, according to management funds, Conduct periodic performance evaluations to ensure that village officials have adequate and continuously improving capabilities, Establish a fair compensation scheme and in accordance with the responsibilities and workload of village officials.

Effect of human resources competency, individual morality and the control environment on village government accountability in managing village fund allocation in Kupang Tengah District, Kupang District

Purpose: The purpose of this research is to analyze the influence of human resource competence, individual morality, and the control environment on the accountability of the village government in managing the allocation of village funds. Method: The Samling technique was non-probability sampling using the purposive sampling method. The sample in this study consisted of village officials in seven villages in Central Kupang District, Kupang Regency, with a total of 35 people. Data were collected using a Likert scale. This study used a descriptive and quantitative approach. Multiple linear regression was used to test the hypothesis using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25. Results: The results partially show that human resource competence affects the accountability of village governments in managing village fund allocations, individual morality affects the accountability of village governments in managing the allocation of village funds, and the control environment affects the village government’s accountability in managing village fund allocations. Simultaneously, the magnitude of the influence of human resource competence, individual morality, and the control environment on the accountability of the village government in managing village fund allocations was 66.2. This means that competence in human resources, individual morality, and a good control environment can increase the accountability of the village government in managing the allocation of village funds in Kupang Tengan District, Kupang Regency.

Challenges and Responsibilities of Freedom of Expression in the Industrial Era 4.0: Analysis of Social Interaction on Instagram Social Media

The industrial era 4.0 has brought significant changes in people's lives, with the rapid development of technology and information, as well as the important role of social media such as Instagram in digitalization changes. Freedom of expression on these platforms is becoming increasingly important, but also increasingly complex. Freedom of expression is a basic right of every individual which is included in Human Rights (HAM). However, this concept is not absolute and is always accompanied by certain responsibilities and obligations. Laws and statutory regulations stipulate that freedom of expression must be exercised by complying with ethical norms, laws, and other individual rights and freedoms. Freedom of expression also plays an important role in the world of the internet and social media. The internet has become a platform that allows individuals to express themselves without physical limitations, with almost limitless potential. Social media such as Instagram allows users to share creative content, in the form of photos, videos and text. However, users must use this freedom wisely and responsibly. They have complete control over their uploads, with a privacy settings feature that allows them to control who can access their content. Social media should not regulate individual ethics and behavior, but rather give individuals the right and obligation to use the platform wisely. Thus, freedom of expression on social media such as Instagram requires awareness of individual responsibility in carrying it out. By obeying the rules, norms and rights of other people, this freedom can be exercised well without harming anyone and still strengthening the social norms that apply in society.

Developing Wordwall Evaluations in Blended Islamic Education Using the Smith and Ragan Model

Islamic religious education plays a crucial role in shaping the character and morality of individuals in the context of formal education. In the growing digital era, the use of blended learning has become popular and raising the need to develop an appropriate learning evaluation. This research aims to develop an evaluation of Islamic learning in the context of blended learning with wordwall media using the Smith and Ragan model. a developmental research design method was used to analyse the learning context, student needs, and learning tasks, in addition the strategy and assessment phases are also crucial stages of this development process. Data were obtained through interviews, observation, questionnaires, and documentation. Research instruments included questionnaires, interview guides, and observation lists, which were then analysed using qualitative and descriptive quantitative approaches. Drawing from the analysis findings, a dynamic and participatory assessment approach was formulated, leveraging the wordwall platform. Additionally, strategies for structuring, executing, and overseeing evaluations were devised to guarantee their efficacy. The results show that the development of this evaluation has the potential to improve the quality of sslamic learning in the digital era by providing a more diverse, effective and engaging learning experience for students. This research makes a significant contribution to the literature on the use of technology in Islamic religious education in blended learning.

Islamic Legal Philosophy Approach in Preventing the Culture of Bribery in Indonesia

Indonesia a state of law based on Pancasila and the 1945 Constitution, upholds human rights and equality before the law. Corruption damages development, with eradication that is not optimal. Professional and transparent law enforcement is needed. The approach of Islamic law philosophy in preventing corruption needs to be explored further. This research is important in enriching the discourse on corruption prevention, providing a foundation for policymakers, religious institutions, and the community. This research uses a normative law approach with literature study, exploring written law, including legal theory, history, and philosophy. Data was obtained from legal regulations, Islamic legal philosophy literature, and legal encyclopedias. Qualitative analysis was carried out using a deductive method, linking the principles of Islamic law to the reality of bribery culture in Indonesia. The perspective of legal sociology is also used to understand the interaction between law and society. The goal is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the prevention of bribery culture. Corruption, including bribery, is considered to violate the principles of Islamic law, such as justice and prevention of damage. Islamic legal philosophy emphasizes individual integrity and public participation in the prevention of corruption. This approach, together with legal sociology, can form a comprehensive strategy to address corruption in Indonesia. Changes in the substance of the law, law enforcement institutions, and an anti-corruption culture are needed to achieve these goals. The philosophical approach of Islamic law in the prevention of bribery emphasizes the improvement of individual morals and the principle of monotheism. The prohibition of bribery is based on justice and prevention of damage. Integration with legal sociology is necessary to formulate effective prevention strategies. Community stability can be improved through strengthening morals and integrity as well as public participation in overcoming the culture of bribery. With this approach, the hope of eradicating bribery in Indonesia becomes more realistic.