Exploring E-Commerce Issues

Ethical & International

Learning Plan 5

Activity Packet #2

Word Search Activity

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Part 1Ethical Issues

Internet Ethics with Children

Most countries believe that children are not capable of making rational decisions. So many laws have been created to protect children.

What is COPPA? Find two web sites that use COPPA properly. List your resources.

Ethics with Spam

Data collection and spam are widely known issues in regards to Ethics in E-Commerce…

What are the differences between Europe and the United States in regards to spam?

Describe the opt-in and opt-out system

Code of Ethical Conduct

A Code of Ethical Conduct is recommended for all businesses on the web. It should include such things as Principals, Ideas, Morals and Core Values.

Why is having a Code of Ethical Conduct important?

Find two examples websites that use a Code of Ethical Conduct

Part 2International Issues

International Currencies

Currency is a main concern with International Business.

Research the currencies of Australia, United States, China, and England. Research the exchange rates. What are the major differences?

What fees are involved with converting International Currencies?

Payment Processing Software/Services

In regards to International Issues in E-Commerce Payment Processing Software is crucial to reaching out to those all around the globe.

Find four different payment processing systems/services. Describe each in detail. What are the pros/cons of each system/service?