Art, Morality, and Society
Students examine the relationship between art, ethics, and society, including issues of censorship and the social responsibility of artists. They debate whether art should be judged on moral grounds.
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Students examine the relationship between art, ethics, and society, including issues of censorship and the social responsibility of artists. They debate whether art should be judged on moral grounds.
Key Questions
- Should art be censored if it is considered offensive?
- Does art have a moral obligation to society?
- Can a morally flawed artwork still be aesthetically valuable?
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