Ethical Dilemma: The Generous Teacher

If a teacher elects to give an entire class an A whether or not they show up, is that his or her prerogative? Or is it dishonest, educationally destructive and morally wrong? I can defiantly say that most people would agree with me when I say it is not only deceptive, it is unethical. A college professor is paid to not only teach but force the students to strive for their grades. If that is …

…students who are willing to work for a grade. In many cases, ethics and morality are hard to define and left up to personal choice. In others, it is quite clear as to what is right and what is wrong. In this case, not only do I believe the actions of the teacher were deceptive and misleading, I believe they are destructive to the whole system of grading and are very immoral. Recieved An 'A'