There are many building blocks in pursuing an ethical approach to design. Here is my current collection of components, each of which I will elaborate on in future writing.
Accessible list:
Building blocks for ethical design
* Understand your value system
* Support peers
* Support teachers
* Avoid harm
* Do not deny benefits
* Contribute to well-being
* Pursue integrity and privacy
* Respect autonomy
* Gain informed consent
* Embrace justified risk
* Embrace exploration
* Adapt your momentum
* Listen without prejudice
* Record your considerations
* Recognize your limits
* Seek counsel
* Understand multiple paths
* Manage criticism
* Manage external pressure
* Strive for transparency
* Report concerns
* Collaborate to improve
* Stay up-to-date on legislation
* Pay attention to self-care
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