Assessment Task 1 Part A Report (Research), Part B Video Recording Individual Assignment DUE DATE: May 05 th , 2025, by 8:00pm (Melbourne time) PERCENTAGE OF FINAL GRADE: Part A (40%), Part B (10%)
WORD COUNT: Part A (2500 words), Part B (5 minutes)
This is an individual assignment where you will report on the following ethical dilemma: Justify, with examples, what ethical principles the Australian government should use when governing organisations design and implementation of AI algorithms to control, monitor and surveil employees work in traditional and non-traditional work settings. Traditional workplaces refer to the usual office or corporate environment, whether workers are present in the office or are working away (including WFH). Non-traditional workplaces include newer models of the workplace where work is provided via platforms and usually on a task-by-task basis. Include examples of handling situations when two or more ethical principles may be conflicting.
Part A : The written report will be prepared for the Australian government and will justify the ethical principles that will address their interests. Part A will include (A1) a research synthesis matrix (see below) identifying ethical principles from a specified list of research sources (800 words), which will be submitted as a separate file.
Furthermore, part A will include (A2) a report applying the ethical principles in the matrix to the topic (1700 words), which will be submitted in a separate file.
Part B : The video recording will be prepared for workers/trades unions and citizen/resident advocacy organisations and justify how the ethical principles identified and used in Part A will address citizens interests and concerns. Part B comprises of a video (5 minutes) applying the ethical principles in the matrix to the topic.
Overall, the assessment will involve submitting three (3) deliverables by the due date and time above:
Purpose
The assignment will help you develop and refine your skills in:
- Communicating convincing ethical arguments and resolutions to different stakeholder groups (GLO2 Communication) often with competing ethical interests (GLO8 Global citizenship).
- Applying and justifying principles from ethical decision-making frameworks (GLO8 Global citizenship) faced by digital transformation professionals (GLO1 Discipline-specific knowledge).
- Using digital technologies to manage and analyse research sources and to create a video presentation (GLO3 Digital literacy).
Context/Scenario
For Part A, please imagine that you are advising the Australian government on preparing a blueprint for dealing with AI algorithms to control, monitor and surveil employees work in traditional and non- traditional organisational work settings. In doing so, your task is to advise the government on the possible
ethical implications of using AI and how to mitigate potential advantages or disadvantages based on the identified ethical principles.
For Part B, please consider advising workers/labour unions and citizen/resident advocacy organisations on how the identified ethical principles from Part A address the ethical challenges posed by the introduction of these technologies in the workplace in the interests of workers.
The perspectives to be represented in Part A and Part B do not represent mutually exclusive viewpoints. Rather, they are intended to represent two different views on the same set of technologies, which may or may not align in different instances. Please provide your own reasoning for your line of argumentation.
Using digital technologies to identify ethical principles and create the research synthesis matrix
You will analyse and synthesise the following research sources on ethical decision-making frameworks into a research synthesis matrix (e.g., Excel document). In the matrix there will be a separate row for each research source and a column for each ethical principle you identify. GLO3 Digital literacy will be assessed, in part, on how well you evidence that you have used digital literacy skills (e.g., Excel) to synthesise the ethical principles which you derive from the research sources below.
You can only use the following research sources . These sources were chosen because they synthesise commercial and academic ethical frameworks relevant to advanced machine learning algorithms, data analytics, and employees work processes. Only synthesise ethical principles from these sources, which have done a lot of the hard work for you!
- Hickok, & Maslej, N. (2023). A policy primer and roadmap on AI worker surveillance and productivity scoring tools, AI and Ethics 3:673687
- Huang,, Zhang, Z., Mao, B. and Yao, X., (2023). An Overview of Artificial Intelligence Ethics, IEEE Transactions on Artificial Intelligence, 4: 4,799-819 doi: 10.1109/TAI.2022.3194503.
- Ayling, & Chapman, A. (2022). Putting AI ethics to work: Are the tools fit for purpose? AI and Ethics, 2, pp. 405-429.
- Stahl, C, (2021). Artificial Intelligence for a Better Future: An Ecosystem Perspective on the Ethics of AI and Emerging Digital Technologies, Springer
- Burr,, Taddeo, M. & Floridi, L. (2020). The ethics of digital well-being: A thematic review. Science and Engineering Ethics, 26, pp. 2313-2343.
The following shows an example extract of a research synthesis matrix with a single column (or theme) for the research topic: What impact does the differences in definitions in research articles about small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have for understanding the best way to help SMEs adopt digital transformation tools successfully? This topic is not relevant to this assignment but illustrates such a matrix. You will have a different column for each ethical principle.
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Source number: Author, year, title |
SME definition theme revenue |
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Source 1: Lee, S, Park, SB & Lim, GG 2013 ‘Using balanced scorecards for the evaluation of Software-as-a-service’ |
Does not state any maximum revenue to be an SME |
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Source 2: Zhang, M, Sarker, S & Sarker, S 2013 ‘Drivers and export performance impacts of IT capability in born-global firms: a cross- national study’ |
Does not state any maximum revenue to be an SME |
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Source 3: Alonso-Mendo, F, Fitzgerald, G & Frias-Martinez, E 2009 ‘Understanding web site redesigns in small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs): a U.K.-based study on the applicability of e- commerce Stage Models’ |
Organisations with revenue < 50> |
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Source 4: Bidan, M, Rowe, F & Truex, D 2012 ‘An empirical study of IS architectures in French SMEs: integration approaches’ |
Does not state any maximum revenue to be an SME |
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Source 5: Levenburg, NM & Klein, HA 2006 ‘Delivering customer services online: identifying best practices of medium-sized enterprises’ |
Does not state any maximum revenue to be an SME |
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Source 6: Bergeron, F, Raymond, L & Rivard, S 2004 ‘Ideal patterns of strategic alignment and business performance’ |
Organisations with sales < 50> |
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Sources 7-20 |
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Analysis |
Most articles do not use revenue, only two use maximum revenue or sales. |
Part A includes the matrix and the report as two different submission files. You do not put the matrix (or table) in the report submission file. The matrix is used to synthesise the similarities and differences among the research sources. The outcome of the synthesis, in paragraph form, will go in the report. The report and matrix are different, and therefore will be submitted as separate files.
The following is an example synthesis paragraph written about the theme/column by finding similarities and differences among the research sources, which would be written in the report submission file.
How to apply the ethical principles to the topic?
The Part A report and Part B video require you to:
- Use the ethical principles you identified in the Part A research synthesis matrix;
- Apply these principles to the topic stated in bold above using examples andcommon sense logic;
- Apply the principles to the perspective of the Australian government in the Part A report.
- Apply the principles to the perspective of workers/trades unions and citizen/resident advocacy organisations in the Part B video;
You will apply the ethical principles and address the topic by:
- Justifying, with examples, why each ethical principle is critically important to the topic, includingwhat can go wrong if each principle is not followed, for the Australian government (Part A report) and for workers/trades unions and citizen/resident advocacy organisations (Part B video). It is therefore important that you include all ethical principles which you can justify are relevant to the topic in bold above.
- Justifying, with examples, how the Australian government (Part A report) and workers/trades unionsand citizen/resident advocacy organisations (Part B video) could address the topic if one or more ethical principles conflict with other ethical principles.
- Justifying the advanced technologies design principles which governments should use to implement the ethical principles (Part A report).
Please note, use each ethical principle to come up with realistic examples from your own common sense and critical thinking that could apply to government/union/advocacy organisations and their workers in general. This is important because your application of the principles to the topic must identify risks which have not yet occurred, but could, in future if the principles are not followed. The report must go beyond the risks which may have already occurred.
What to include in the Research Report?
You will write an individual Research Report comprising the following:
- A cover page with the assignment title (Assessment 1 Research Report), unit code and name, your name and student ID, and the word This cover page is not included in the word count.
- A maximum of 1,700 words for the report on the topic above for the specified report audience.
The report will have a very short introduction (approximately 50 words), multiple sections/subsections, and very short conclusion (approximately 50 words). Note that in-text citations for the 5 research sources listed above are included in the word count.
A reference list, which will only have the 5 research sources listed above. No other research is needed because it will be written based on common sense logic when applying the ethical principles to the topic. This reference list is not included in the word count.
It is unclear from existing research whether differences in revenue of SMEs have an impact on their ability to adopt IS. This is because most studies (Bidan et al. 2012; Lee et al. 2013; Levenburg & Klein 2006; Zhang et al. 2013) did not state any maximum revenue to be an SME, or differentiate SME sizes on the basis of revenue. Only two studies, by contrast, stated that organisations must have less than 50 million Euros in revenue (Alonso-Mendo et al. 2009, p268) or Canadian dollars in sales (Bergeron et al. 2004, p1007) to be considered an SME, but neither article differentiates SMEs based on revenue or sales. The fact that most studies did not state the maximum revenue to be an SME, or differentiate SMEs based on revenue, may be due to limitations of the definition of SMEs used or cited in the studies. It was therefore not possible to identify the extent to which revenue affects if/how SMEs adopt IS, or what revenue-related support that different types of SMEs may need.
What to include in the Video Recording ?
You will create an individual Video Recording, no more than 5 minutes, on the topic above for the specified video audience.
The video will be a slideshow of content and voice-over explaining each slide. GLO2 Communication will be assessed on the degree to which your argument is justified convincingly. Please note, we will NOT assess how well you use your voice (e.g., tone, speed, modulation) and body language. You are not required to include your body or face in the video, but you must record a voice-over.
You will demonstrate your ability to use digital tools effectively to create the Video Recording with text and graphics (GLO3 Digital Literacy). Only basic digital tools are needed such as a PowerPoint slideshow (or equivalent), and software to record the slideshow and your voice-over. Graphics can include (in the case of PowerPoint) Tables, WordArt, SmartArt, Shapes, and Text Boxes. You are not required to use all of these options, but rather use three or more of these options to present text. The graphics and the text in these graphics must be your own original work and not copied from any source. GLO3 Digital Literacy will include submitting the video through Panopto (please see instructions on how to use Panopto here )
The Deakin Library has a guide to help students make videos at the following webpage: https://deakin.libguides.com/making_a_video
Further requirements for the Research Report and Video Recording
The report and video cannot include any images/figures, single-article quotes, summaries or paraphrasing from any source (even if the source is cited), including the research sources listed above. The report and video (including any graphics) must be your own original work created as a result of your research synthesis of the ethical principles, and your own ideas on how the principles apply to the topic.
You cannot scan tables (or images with text) and insert this in your report. All text in the body of the report, even if it is scanned, will be added to your word count. Please see rubric for details of the penalties which apply to exceeding the word count for this report.
Learning Outcomes
This task allows you to demonstrate your achievement towards the Unit Learning Outcomes (ULOs) which have been aligned to the Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes (GLOs). Deakin GLOs describe the knowledge and capabilities graduates acquire and can demonstrate on completion of their course. This assessment task is an important tool in determining your achievement of the ULOs. If you do not demonstrate achievement of the ULOs you will not be successful in this unit. You are advised to familiarise yourself with these ULOs and GLOs as they will inform you on what you are expected to demonstrate for successful completion of this unit.
The learning outcomes that are aligned to this assessment task are:
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Unit Learning Outcomes (ULOs) |
Graduate Learning Outcomes (GLOs) |
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ULO 1 |
Justify resolutions to ethical dilemmas faced by IS professionals resulting from competing personal, organisational and client interests using ethical theories and frameworks. |
GLO 1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities GLO8: Global Citizenship |
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ULO 2 |
Present convincing resolutions to ethical dilemmas in written and oral form. |
GLO2: Communication |
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ULO 3 |
Apply digital technologies effectively to support researching, analysing, and presenting complex information relating to information systems contexts. |
GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities GLO3: Digital literacy |
Submission
You must submit your assignment in the Assignment Dropbox in the unit CloudDeakin site on or before the due date. When uploading your assignment, name your document using the following syntax:
- Jones_Barry_123456789_MIS741_report.docx
- Jones_Barry_123456789_MIS741_matrix.xlsx
You must submit the video recording by uploading the video using Panopto. Follow the provided guidelines here.
Submitting a hard copy of this assignment is not required. You must keep a backup copy of every assignment you submit until the marked assignment has been returned to you. In the unlikely event that one of your assignments is misplaced you will need to submit your backup copy.
Any work you submit may be checked by electronic or other means for the purposes of detecting collusion and/or plagiarism and for authenticating work.
Marking and feedback
The marking rubric indicates the assessment criteria for this task. It is available on Clouddeakin in the same area as this file. Criteria act as a boundary around the task and help specify what assessors are looking for in your submission. The criteria are drawn from the ULOs and align with the GLOs. You should familiarise yourself with the assessment criteria before completing and submitting this task.
Students who submit their work by the due date will receive their marks and feedback on CloudDeakin 15 working days after the submission date.
Extensions
Extensions can only be granted for exceptional and/or unavoidable circumstances outside of your control. Requests for extensions must be made by 12 noon on the submission date using the online Extension Request form under the Assessment tab on the unit CloudDeakin site. All requests for extensions should be supported by appropriate evidence (e.g., a medical certificate in the case of ill health).
Applications for extensions after 12 noon on the submission date require University level special consideration and these applications must be must be submitted via StudentConnect in your DeakinSync site.
Late submission penalties
If you submit an assessment task after the due date without an approved extension or special consideration, 5% will be deducted from the available marks for each day after the due date up to seven days*. Work submitted more than seven days after the due date will not be marked and will receive 0% for the task. The Unit Chair may refuse to accept a late submission where it is unreasonable or impracticable to assess the task after the due date. *’Day’ means calendar day for electronic submissions and working day for paper submissions.
An example of how the calculation of the late penalty based on an assignment being due on a Thursday at 8:00pm is as follows:
- 1day late: submitted after Thursday 11:59pm and before Friday 11:59pm 5%
- 2days late: submitted after Friday 11:59pm and before Saturday 11:59pm 10%
- 3days late: submitted after Saturday 11:59pm and before Sunday 11:59pm 15%
- 4days late: submitted after Sunday 11:59pm and before Monday 11:59pm 20%
- 5days late: submitted after Monday 11:59pm and before Tuesday 11:59pm 25%
- 6days late: submitted after Tuesday 11:59pm and before Wednesday 11:59pm 30%
- 7days late: submitted after Wednesday 11:59pm and before Thursday 11:59pm 35%
The Dropbox closes the Thursday after 11:59pm AEST/AEDT time.
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Referencing and Academic Integrity
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