Course description:
This course discusses the theory and practice of ethics from the basics of the nature of morality and the classic and more recent theories of morality to their applications in current issues of controversy. Major topics include: procedure for setting up a moral system, ethical issues related to the value of human life, where questions arise in matters such as abortion, suicide, and mercy death. Additional topics include: ethical issues in medicine, business, media, and environment by examining the moral dilemmas as well as the status of major questions in current dialogue and law.
Course structure:
Course Syllabus
Study Guide
End of Course Review
Practice Questions
Exam:
30 questions
20 multiple choice questions
10 open-ended questions
2 hours to complete
Sample questions:
1) Who believes that reasoning in moral matters is usually used to confirm our more direct sense of right and wrong?
A. Deontologists
B. Care theorists
C. Intuitionists
D. Psychologists
2) “I know lying is bad, but I just felt like it.” Who might say such a thing?
A. Consequentialists
B. Hippies
C. Act utilitarians
D. Act nonconsequentialists
3) Which of the following is an example of non-consequentialist ethical theories?
A. Intuitionism
B. Divine Command
C. Deontological Ethics
D. Prima Facie Ethics
4) What are some of the basic conflicting moral issues that need to be synthesized into one system?
A. pleasure and happiness
B. love and passion
C. feelings and emotions
D. consequentialism and nonconsequentialism
5) Which US state has a law allowing "assisted suicide"?
A. California
B. Michigan
C. Florida
D. Oregon
Answers:
C 2. D 3. D 4. D 5. D