Getting Started with Tech Ethics: An introduction to ethics and ethical behaviours for IT professionals (BCS User Guides) - Softcover

Arnold, Gillian; Dalcher, Darren; Flick, Catherine; Gordon, Neil; Carsten Stahl, Bernd; Tripp, Robert

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1780176805 ISBN 13: 9781780176802

Publisher: BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, 2025

Synopsis

In an era where technology shapes every aspect of our lives, the need for ethical guidance in IT has never been more important. Getting Started with Tech Ethics is your essential resource for understanding and applying ethics in the fast-evolving tech environment. This book equips IT professionals, from beginners to experienced leaders, with a clear ethical framework to operate within ethical boundaries, providing practical insights and real-world examples, including high-profile cases like the Horizon software scandal. Whether you’re a student beginning your journey in computing, an early-career developer navigating real-world complexities for the first time, or a seasoned professional seeking to refresh your ethical lens, this book is written with you in mind. This book brings together the insights of leading figures from across the technology landscape—academics, consultants, and industry veterans. Elevate your professionalism, protect your organization, and contribute to a more responsible tech future with this indispensable guide to IT ethics.

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About the Author

Neil Gordon is a Professor in Computer Science, a National Teaching Fellow, and a Principal Fellow of AdvanceHE. Gillian Arnold is a prominent figure in the British IT sector, known for her leadership and advocacy for women in technology. Bernd Carsten Stahl is Professor of Critical Research in Technology at the School of Computer Science of the University of Nottingham where he leads the Responsible Digital Futures group. Darren Dalcher is a Professor in Strategic Project Management at Lancaster University Management School and the Director of the National Centre for Project Management. Catherine Flick is a Professor of Ethics and Games Technology at Staffordshire University who has a background in History and Philosophy of Science and Computer Science and a PhD in Computer Ethics.

Edition details

• Publisher: BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1780176805
• ISBN 13: 9781780176802
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 141