Study Of Ethics Philosophy

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Required Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:

  • Textbook: Chapter 1, 5, 12 (section: “Introduction”; “The Classical Period”; and Appendix – “Writing about Moral Issues”)
  • Lesson
  • Minimum of 1 scholarly source 

Introduction
The study of ethics and philosophy is one that brings many different kinds of “thinkers” together. One person’s philosophy on ethics is another person’s philosophy on evil. We will be working this term on constructing personal ethical bases and understanding how ethical codes (both personal and professional) are created and followed. 

To start us thinking about the different areas of philosophy and ethics, and how we fit into the different molds or world views, let’s discuss the differences and similarities between these views. To do this, let’s look at the role of right and wrong, laws which regulate behavior, principles vs. morality, and the role of ethics in our society.

Initial Post Instructions
For the initial post, address one of the following questions:

  • Do we need ethics if we have laws? Why or why not?
  • Examine the issues with changing our own views of ethics based on the situation we are in?
  • Can we “legislate” ethics? If so, how do you see this happening? If not, what are the obstacles to legislating ethics?
  • How does Aristotle’s “virtue ethics” mirror your ethical view, or how is it different? Make sure to explain your reasoning. 

Follow-Up Post Instructions
Respond to at least two peers or one peer and the instructor. Further the dialogue by providing more information and clarification.

Writing Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 posts (1 initial & 2 follow-up)
  • Minimum of 2 sources cited (assigned readings/online lessons and an outside source)
  • APA format for in-text citations and list of references

Grading
This activity will be graded using the Discussion Grading Rubric. Please review the following link:

  • Link (webpage): Discussion Guidelines
 
 
 

Ethical Memoir

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Paper – Ethical Memoir

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  • Due Jan 12 by 11:59pm
  • Points 50
  • Submitting a file upload

Required Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:

  • Textbook: Chapter 1, 5, 12 (section: “Introduction”; “The Classical Period”; and Appendix – “Writing about Moral Issues”)
  • Lesson

Instructions
Using the ethical memoir from your introductory discussion, compose a paper that describes the moral-ethical dilemma that you encountered and what the outcome of that dilemma was in more detail. This assignment is a revised and extended version of the introductory discussion. Address the following questions:

  • Did you solve the dilemma? If so, how? If not, what were the repercussions or consequences?
  • What would you do differently if faced with the same problem today?
  • What is the importance of good ethics?
  • Why should we be concerned about our actions?

Remember, the dilemma should be detailed with description and dialogue. Regard the questions as prompts, not an ordering of your responses. This is not a Q&A essay, but rather a graceful reflection regarding a difficult ethical dilemma you faced.

Cite the textbook and incorporate outside sources, including citations.

Writing Requirements (APA format)

  • Length: 2-3 pages (not including title page or references page)
  • 1-inch margins
  • Double spaced
  • 12-point Times New Roman font
  • Title page
  • References page

Grading
This activity will be graded based on Ethical Memoire Grading Rubric.

Weekly Objectives (WO)
WO1.1, 1.2, 7.2

Due Date: By 11:59 p.m. MT on Sunday

Rubric

Ethical Memoire Grading Rubric – 50 ptsEthical Memoire Grading Rubric – 50 ptsCriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLength5.0 ptsOutstandingMeets length requirement0.0 ptsNo Effort5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent5.0 ptsOutstandingAddresses all aspects of the assignment.4.25 ptsAbove AverageAddresses most aspects of the assignment.3.75 ptsAverageAddresses some aspects of the assignment.3.0 ptsBelow AverageAddresses few aspects of the assignment.0.0 ptsNo Effort5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis20.0 ptsOutstandingThroughout the whole work, the writing shows depth of critical thought; leverages readings and course materials in support of writer’s evident effort to understand ethical problems; establishes good use of theoretical underpinnings.17.0 ptsAbove AverageThroughout most of the work, the writing shows depth of critical thought; leverages readings and course materials in support of writer’s evident effort to understand ethical problems; establishes good use of theoretical underpinnings.15.0 ptsAverageThroughout some of the work, the writing shows depth of critical thought; leverages readings and course materials in support of writer’s evident effort to understand ethical problems; establishes good use of theoretical underpinnings.12.0 ptsBelow AverageThroughout little of the work, the writing shows depth of critical thought; leverages readings and course materials in support of writer’s evident effort to understand ethical problems; establishes good use of theoretical underpinnings.0.0 ptsNo Effort20.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization10.0 ptsOutstandingIdeas are logically organized, including inviting introduction (with a thesis statement) and a satisfactory conclusion, that come together in complete concepts.8.5 ptsAbove AverageIdeas are well organized, including inviting introduction (with a thesis statement) and a satisfactory conclusion, with complete concepts.7.5 ptsAverageOrganization and concepts need some restructuring.6.0 ptsBelow AverageOrganization and concepts are difficult to follow and incomplete.0.0 ptsNo Effort10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting5.0 ptsOutstandingThroughout the whole work, the writing actively engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety.4.25 ptsAbove AverageThroughout most of the work, the writing actively engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety.3.75 ptsAverageThroughout some of the work, the writing actively engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety.3.0 ptsBelow AverageThroughout little of the work, the writing actively engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety.0.0 ptsNo Effort5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA: Citation and Reference Formatting5.0 ptsOutstandingThroughout the whole work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page/slide includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style (paper).4.25 ptsAbove AverageThroughout most of the work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page/slide includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style (paper).3.75 ptsAverageThroughout some of the work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page/slide includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style (paper).3.0 ptsBelow AverageThroughout little of the work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page/slide includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style (paper).0.0 ptsNo Effo

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The Progress Of Social Change

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  • Review the Section IV, “Framework Essay,” and Reading 58 in the course text.
  • Review the reading: Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream.”
  • Consider whether you think that progress has been made toward realizing Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream, specifically social change as represented by greater racial and ethnic equality.
  • Review the following concepts and issues covered in this course: constructionism, social class, covering, passing, privilege, stigma, objectification, oppositional identity, aversive racism, and assimilation.
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With these thoughts in mind:

By Day 4

Post  the progress that you believe has been made toward realizing Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream for racial and ethnic equality. Describe the two concepts or issues that you chose and explain how each either has contributed to or detracted from social change, specifically in the form of racial and ethnic equality.