Conclusion
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A large part of the debate surrounding ethical codes relates to the concerns over power and the presumption and abuse thereof. Opinion leaders in this discussion in adult education are divided on whether that is a reasonable argument for ignoring the demand for a universal code and the risks of neglection.
As such, the literature has shown there is a significant variance of opinion on the benefits of a universal code of ethics for adult education. It was noted how the lack of empirical data has hampered the progress of this issue and clearly this needs to be taken up with further study.
Exploring some of the major papers in this subject over the past 30 years, this review showcased several leading thinkers’ views on the implications of ignoring the need to have a code, the risks of introducing one, ideas on what ethics and a code of ethics is, and strategies to implement and exercise a code. Lastly the literature was consulted for opinions on how and who would enforce its guidelines.
While there are hints here and there from the literature as to how the implementation of a universal code of ethics would advance the profession of adult learning, a scholarly article critically dissecting the potential benefits to the industry, should such a code come to pass, was found absent. Therefor, in addition to further empirical research, additional dialogue and inquiry would enrich this topic.
As such, the literature has shown there is a significant variance of opinion on the benefits of a universal code of ethics for adult education. It was noted how the lack of empirical data has hampered the progress of this issue and clearly this needs to be taken up with further study.
Exploring some of the major papers in this subject over the past 30 years, this review showcased several leading thinkers’ views on the implications of ignoring the need to have a code, the risks of introducing one, ideas on what ethics and a code of ethics is, and strategies to implement and exercise a code. Lastly the literature was consulted for opinions on how and who would enforce its guidelines.
While there are hints here and there from the literature as to how the implementation of a universal code of ethics would advance the profession of adult learning, a scholarly article critically dissecting the potential benefits to the industry, should such a code come to pass, was found absent. Therefor, in addition to further empirical research, additional dialogue and inquiry would enrich this topic.