Technological Help

While completing the group project, the use of technology helped us immensely in communicating with one another and completing assignments. For instance, the group page in Blackboard was extremely helpful because it served as a means for us to post our completed work and projects through the file exchange option. Also, we were able to communicate by sending one another emails through Blackboard. This method was easier since the names of all the group members were already posted to send a mass message, and we didn't have to send each email separately. Important information was relayed via this efficient method, and even Angie could be included in the email list. In addition, the majority of the business of the group was taken care of virtually in addition to our regular group meetings. We were able to keep each other updated as far as deadlines and in touch with other information trough technological features on Blackboard. The only times in which technology hindered our group as we completed the project were instances in which the Internet would not function properly. Overall, our group project was a great success, and the use of technology aided greatly in helping us to accomplish our tasks.

Ethical Principles

The discussions which were held in class about the ethical lapses were very interesting and informative. I was so very surprised after hearing the story about the Nazi cars, because although I was aware of the demeaning and acts of injustice that took place during the Holocaust, I didn't realize that documents such as the one we read were released. I was disappointed to see the boldness of the memo, revealing the extreme cruelty that was being displayed towards the humans being carried as merchandise. The memo which we read critically revealed the reality of how people often act unethically without any recognition of their wrongdoings. In addition, the discussion about the Ford Pinto was eye-opening for me. It just shed a new light on the extent to which unethical situations occur in the United States. Particularly, I became more aware of the measures which companies will take to thrive in the business industry, even if greediness and unfairness to customers is necessary to do so.

I think that it is very important that one possess ethical principles of his/her own to guide them through difficult situations and help them to get through life as purposefully as possible. I realize that it is necessary to render to everyone the respect that they deserve. All people are born with certain rights that should never be stripped away from them. I also feel that one must have a set of standards for themselves which they never compromise. Those standards should never lead anyone to demean another human being or belittle themselves. In the workforce, I will strive to remain loyal to my ethical principles, aiming to be a trustworthy employee who is genuine and fair to others. Most of all, regardless of the situation or amount of money that is involved, I will always respect the ideals and opinions of others, while following my own ethical principles to live justly.