RT - Journal Article T1 - Devising ethical codes for e-contents in e-learning JF - MJIRI YR - 2020 JO - MJIRI VO - 34 IS - 1 UR - http://mjiri.iums.ac.ir/article-1-5399-en.html SP - 91 EP - 94 K1 - Ethical codes K1 - E-content K1 - E-learning K1 - Delphi method AB - Background: Promoting ethics is one of the goals of education, but the free flow of communication and divulging unethical behaviors in e-learning make the urgent need to clarify ethical values. Therefore, the aim of this study was to prepare ethical codes to develop and deliver e-contents. Methods: A draft of e-content ethical codes was prepared based on the literature review. Then, it was further revised by e-learning, medical education, ethics, and e-content experts. Finally, the draft was finalized through a 2-round Delphi process among related experts all over the country. Results: The final document of e-content ethical codes, including introduction, definitions, and 7 ethical code statements, was devised. Conclusion: Considering the difference between e-content and other kinds of publications, this set of ethical codes can be used straightforwardly to assess ethical aspects of e-contents. LA eng UL http://mjiri.iums.ac.ir/article-1-5399-en.html M3 10.47176/mjiri.34.14 ER -