Normative Ethical Theories
This topic introduces major ethical theories, including utilitarianism, deontology, and virtue ethics. Students apply these theories to hypothetical moral dilemmas.
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This topic introduces major ethical theories, including utilitarianism, deontology, and virtue ethics. Students apply these theories to hypothetical moral dilemmas.
Key Questions
- Should we judge actions by their consequences or their intentions?
- What duties do we owe to others?
- How does one develop a virtuous character?
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