Foundations of Ethical Knowledge
Students examine major ethical frameworks and the epistemological status of moral claims. They debate whether moral truths are absolute, relative, or constructed.
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Students examine major ethical frameworks and the epistemological status of moral claims. They debate whether moral truths are absolute, relative, or constructed.
Key Questions
- Are moral values objective truths or subjective preferences?
- How do different ethical frameworks justify moral claims?
- What role does reason play in ethical decision-making?
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