Explain an ethical principle that guides your life. Describe how ethical principles might relate to the quest to lead an examined life. What would leading a more examined life look like to you? Give specific examples of changes you might make in your own...
Summarize and describe the theories of oppression presented by Frye and Young. Compare and contrast their approach. Propose at least two ways their insights might broaden and improve the ethical theories discussed thus far in class. How do your views compare to your classmates?...
Discuss and summarize the key points of Kant's ethical theory. Describe ways that you can apply Kantian principles to your everyday life. Give an example of a situation and explain how you would apply his approach. Instructions: Your initial post (approximately...
Describe a contemporary nonviolent social movement. What does this movement seek to change? Compare this movement's approach to MLK's four steps. Would you make any recommendations to this group to increase their effectiveness? Instructions: Your initial post (approximately 200-250 words) should...
Explain wisdom based on Socrates' writings. What is wisdom as Socrates formulates the concept, and how does one obtain it? What is the relationship between wisdom and critical thought? Why or why not? Instructions: Your initial post (approximately 200-250 words) should...
Create an evidence-based argument for or against a contemporary moral issue of your choosing. Use utilitarian reasoning to defend your position. Compare and contrast your views with those of your classmates. Instructions: Your initial post (approximately 200-250 words) should address each...
Summarize the key concepts of each ethical theory discussed in the course. Defend which theory/theories you feel is the most useful/needed in our contemporary world. Use specific examples and explanation. Instructions: Your initial post (approximately 200-250 words) should address each question...
Describe the principles of Utilitarian theory. Analyze how the Utilitarianism might be applied to a contemporary issue(s) facing society. Using examples, explain the issue and how Utilitarian theory might be applied. Instructions: Your initial post (approximately 200-250 words) should address each question...
How might Kant's duty-based approach to making ethical choices be applied to our contemporary moral context? Give specific examples, referring back to the text to justify your argument. Instructions: Your initial post (approximately 200-250 words) should address each question in the...
What are the central concepts and processes of nonviolent resistance? Analyze the effectiveness of a nonviolent social movement that has occurred in the past. Instructions: Your initial post (approximately 200-250 words) should address each question in the discussion directions and is...