Unit 10: Institutional Ethics and Navigating Educational Systems

3. Whistleblowing and Reporting Misconduct

Whistleblowing refers to reporting unethical or illegal practices within an organization. While courageous, it often comes with personal risks.
Examples in academia:
·       Falsified research results.
·       Discriminatory admissions or grading.
·       Financial mismanagement.
Ethical considerations:
·       Duty to act vs. personal/professional risk.
·       Channels of reporting: internal vs. external.
·       Protecting student and colleague welfare.
🎯 Tip: Institutions should have anonymous reporting systems and protect whistleblowers.