ABSTRACT
The final chapter completes the mosaic of ethical values discussed throughout the text and assembles them into a generic code that applies across platforms. Subheads throughout Living Media Ethics were also designed in advance to assemble a comprehensive motto-driven ethics code embracing ethical tenets addressed in every chapter. In this final one, journalists, scholars and practitioners share perspectives on the importance of codes, especially as they promote teamwork in challenging situations. A section on U.S. history and charter documents illustrates the importance of putting moral ideals in print so that you are required to live up to them. Step-by-step methods are provided to create ethics codes in digital portfolios, with ending exercises showcasing personal and collective values that enhance internship and job placement. Finally, you are invited to update your digital portfolio and personal ethics code for the rest of your career, charting how you live media ethics.
