University of Tartu Ethics Centre's Codes of Ethics Handbook
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University of Tartu Ethics Centre's Codes of Ethics Handbook
What is this about?
This detailed ethics handbook, authored by the University of Tartu, was born out of the increased public and political in ethics in Estonia during the early 2000s. At the same time, there were also a variety of views on the essence of what constituted ethics, and what should be included in codes of ethics. This document was thus created to inform both the public and the research community on the importance of codes of ethics and the resources available to develop or modify ethical codes.
Why is this important?
Delving into both theoretical and practical details, this handbook provides a comprehensive overview of various aspects of ethical codes, focusing on the Estonian context. It sets the background by defining "ethics" in the professional context, and highlights the evolution of codes of ethics throughout history. Of immense practical value, it provides step-by-step guidance on how to develop a code of ethics, from whom to involve to its implementation.
