Corresponding Author: Dr Clara Rispler, Yezreel Valley College, clarar@yvc.ac.il
To quote this article: Rispler, C. & Yakov, G. (2023). “Ethics as a Way of Life: A Case
Study at Yezreel Valley College”, Journal of Ethics in Higher Education 3(2023):
145–156. DOI: 10.26034/fr.jehe.2023.4663 © the Authors. CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
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Keywords
Ethical Competence, Ethics in Higher Education, Ethical Education,
Academic Ethics
Abstract
The dynamic landscape of ethics in higher education is pivotal as
organizations and individuals navigate diverse stakeholder needs. Ethical
responsibility becomes an integral facet of all professionals, highlighting the
crucial role of ethical education in preparing students for post-graduation
success. The acquisition of ethical competence, rooted in knowledge of
ethical principles, equips students with the tools to make ethical decisions,
shaping their ethical behavior and responses. Yezreel Valley College
exemplifies this commitment, with a well-defined Code of Academic Ethics
reflecting universal values and principles, overseen by the College Ethics
Committee. In summary, this case study offers insights into Yezreel Valley
College's ethical education practices, emphasizing the significance of ethics
in higher education and the dynamic interplay between ethics and
professionalism. The college's proactive approach positions it as a leader in
addressing ethical challenges and adapting to changing environments while
fostering ethical competence in its students.
Ethics as a Way of Life
A Case Study at Yezreel Valley College
Clara Rispler and Gila Yakov
Yezreel Valley College, Israel
First published in November 2023