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Using the same Case Study Worksheet from week 4 (Case Study #1), perform the same analysis on a case involving some social media or online privacy situation. Keep in mind the topic must involve some moral or ethical conundrum.

Some examples would be using AI to generate posts or content and taking credit, any number of AI systems listening to you and using the information to generate search criteria, trolling, stalking, spreading misinformation, etc. One example would be the arrest of Douglass Mackey (aka Ricky Vaughn) for interfering in the 2016 election (look it up if you are interested). If you are uncertain what you have will work, ask the instructor. Just do not wait until Saturday or later to do so.

Case Study Title: Include a full APA or MLA citation in your reference section with a URL link.

1. Briefly, what happened? Summarize the case.

 

2. Key Stakeholders and how they were impacted: Discuss at least 4 major stakeholders (not stockholders, though the stockholders may be stakeholders). For each stakeholder, briefly explain the relationship with the company, organization, or person – why are they stakeholders, and how were they impacted (positively or negatively)? You should use bullet points to summarize each stakeholder.

 

3. What was the final outcome? Include specific details such as prison, fines, termination, and for how many individuals. Make sure to cite your facts.

 

4. Describe why you feel someone’s actions were morally wrong. Using named moral theories, discuss why you believe these behaviors were morally right or wrong. Be sure to use keywords describing your moral base (consequentialist, care, duty, act utilitarian, prima facie duties, etc.) and why your compass would justify classifying the action as morally right or wrong. Be sure to document the resource(s) you use for the definition of the moral theory or theories.

 

 

5. Put yourself in a position of leadership: Describe what you would put in place that would have prevented this in the first place or kept it from happening again. Or, alternatively, what rules would you implement to justify the action? Discuss rules in the context of your leadership philosophy or ethical standard.

 

Struggling with where to start this assignment? Follow this guide to tackle your assignment easily!

Step-by-Step Guide to Completing the Case Study Worksheet

Step 1: Select an Appropriate Case
Choose a real-world case involving social media or online privacy that presents a clear moral or ethical dilemma. Ensure the case includes enough publicly available information to support analysis and that it resulted in identifiable consequences. Examples may include misuse of AI-generated content, misinformation campaigns, data privacy violations, or online harassment.

Step 2: Create a Proper Case Study Title and Citation
Your case study title should clearly reflect the ethical issue involved. Include a full APA or MLA reference in your References section with a working URL. This citation should correspond directly to the case you are analyzing.

Step 3: Summarize What Happened (Question 1)
Briefly explain the situation in your own words. Focus on the key events, actions taken, and why the situation raised ethical concerns. Keep this section concise and factual.

Step 4: Identify Key Stakeholders (Question 2)
List at least four stakeholders using bullet points. For each stakeholder:

• Explain why they are connected to the situation

• Describe how they were impacted (positively or negatively)
  Stakeholders may include individuals, organizations, users, platforms, governments, or the general public.

Step 5: Explain the Final Outcome (Question 3)
Describe what ultimately happened as a result of the case. Include concrete details such as arrests, fines, lawsuits, policy changes, firings, or legal rulings. Be specific and cite credible sources to support factual claims.

Step 6: Apply Moral or Ethical Theories (Question 4)
Clearly state whether you believe the actions were morally right or wrong. Support your position using named moral theories, such as:

• Consequentialism or utilitarianism

• Duty-based (deontological) ethics

• Ethics of care

• Prima facie duties
  Use appropriate ethical terminology and explain how your moral framework justifies your conclusion. Cite sources that define or explain the ethical theories you reference.

Step 7: Respond as a Leader (Question 5)
Place yourself in a leadership role and describe:

• Policies, controls, or ethical guidelines you would implement to prevent similar issues

• How these rules align with your leadership philosophy or ethical standards
  Focus on prevention, accountability, and ethical culture rather than punishment alone.

Step 8: Review for Clarity and Academic Standards
Ensure all questions are clearly labeled, your tone is professional, citations are properly formatted, and ideas flow logically. Proofread for clarity, grammar, and completeness before submission.

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Recommended Academic & Credible Resources

• Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy – Ethical Theories
  https://plato.stanford.edu

• Pew Research Center – Social Media, Ethics, and Privacy
  https://www.pewresearch.org

• Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) – Digital Rights & Privacy
  https://www.eff.org

• Harvard Business Review – Ethics, Technology, and Leadership
  https://hbr.org/topic/ethics

• National University Library (Ethics, Law, and Technology Databases):
  https://www.nu.edu/library/

 

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