We have been talking of ethics in connection with living the ‘good life’ from Module 1 onwards. Take a moment now to look back at your life and describe some of the best and the worst times so far. How did vices and virtues in...
. Why does Segal introduce this quote by T.S. Eliot: “Humankind cannot bear very much reality”? Explain your answer. Use examples from the article “My Grandfather’s Walking Stick.” Kant enumerates several natural and devilish vices. How do you think Kant would view lying as discussed...
How would Aristotle's happiness as “functioning well” balance Mill's notion of utilitarianism as “the greatest good for the greatest number”? And how would this balance reflect upon the Uganda social dynamic, especially for women? 2. Is the treatment of Uganda’s women morally justified, or not? In...
Explain the difference between “character” and “intellect” with regard to morality as discussed in Robert Coles’ article, "The Disparity between Intellect and Character." 2. Use your understanding of character and intellect to discuss the similarities and differences between Huckleberry Finn and Hannetjie; and between Himmler and...
Each critique should be at least one and a half to two typed pages in length. Each critique must contain: 1. at least one paragraph about the major theme 2. at least one paragraph about new ideas or terms 3. a...
1. Based on your reading of “The Universal Declaration of Human Rights,” predict what countries would not sign and explain their refusal on their possible operative ethical framework. (Cf. Module 2 and 3 on factors that affect ethical decision-making). How might this document reflect the inherent...
After considering the definitions of moral relativism and universalism, would you consider the values you hold to be relative or universal? On controversial ethical issues, like abortion, euthanasia etc., what are the non-negotiables for you? If you take strong stances on ethical issues, or if...
We have covered patient confidentiality in our previous courses. Keeping in mind the scenario from Module 1 and Sara’s situation: Discuss healthcare workers’ privacy and confidentiality in ensuring all workers are safe in the worksite? Describe the role of...
Writing a position paper on (‘Ethics and Knowledge, 'Ethics and Society,' and 'Ethics and the Individual') would like you to write a short essay of 1000 to 1200 words (in Times New Roman -12 point font, 1.5 spacing, with a Title at the beginning, and...
Unit 2 - Discussion Board Unit: Research Process and Critical Thinking delivery length 400 words The Doctoral Research Process The Unit 1 Individual Project introduced the idea that library research is one of two key research endeavors that are at the center of...