B2 – Upper Intermediate
We have all have different ways to rationalize our behaviour. We tend to believe that the ethically-questionable decisions we make are fair and justified, which in fact is quite the opposite. Ethical fading is when we engage in unethical behaviour without perceiving it as such.
Watch the video to learn more about ethical fading and be able to answer the questions that follow.
Discussion Questions:
- What’s your take on ethical fading and moral disengagement?
- Cite some examples in which these situations happen.
- Why do some people engage in ethical fading?
- What are some ways to prevent it?