Why Ethics?
... • The classic phrase still widely used to sum up utilitarianism is “the greatest happiness for the greatest number”. ...
... • The classic phrase still widely used to sum up utilitarianism is “the greatest happiness for the greatest number”. ...
2. NOTIONS OF MORALITY (notes)
... Act only according to that maxim by which you can also will that it would become a universal law. Act in such a way that you always treat humanity, whether in your own person or in the person of any other, never simply as a means, but always at the same time as an end. Act as though you were through ...
... Act only according to that maxim by which you can also will that it would become a universal law. Act in such a way that you always treat humanity, whether in your own person or in the person of any other, never simply as a means, but always at the same time as an end. Act as though you were through ...
Virtue ethics
... Consequentialism 3. Therefore, a virtue-oriented approach is the way moral philosophy ought to be developed. ...
... Consequentialism 3. Therefore, a virtue-oriented approach is the way moral philosophy ought to be developed. ...
6 African Ethics
... Ordinary and Extraordinary Evils • Extraordinary evils bring suffering to the whole community, not just to individual members of it • Theft, adultery, lying, and backbiting are ordinary evils; they harm specific people, but do little to affect people not immediately connected to the act • Murder, r ...
... Ordinary and Extraordinary Evils • Extraordinary evils bring suffering to the whole community, not just to individual members of it • Theft, adultery, lying, and backbiting are ordinary evils; they harm specific people, but do little to affect people not immediately connected to the act • Murder, r ...
Ethics Glossary - andy gustafson business
... moral obligation or moral value. Thus, an act is said to be moral if it is consistent with judgments about our moral duties (e.g., “keep your promises,” “don't lie,” etc.), or judgments of moral value (e.g., “always honor human dignity,” “support the common good”). ...
... moral obligation or moral value. Thus, an act is said to be moral if it is consistent with judgments about our moral duties (e.g., “keep your promises,” “don't lie,” etc.), or judgments of moral value (e.g., “always honor human dignity,” “support the common good”). ...
Morality and Ethics (cont.)
... Entries on: Consequentialism and Deontological Ethics andVirtue Ethics ...
... Entries on: Consequentialism and Deontological Ethics andVirtue Ethics ...
Ethics
... • Second, ethics refers to the study and development of one's ethical standards. As we discussed, feelings, laws, and social norms can deviate from what is ethical. So it is necessary to constantly examine one’s standards to ensure that these are reasonable and well-founded. Ethics also means, then, ...
... • Second, ethics refers to the study and development of one's ethical standards. As we discussed, feelings, laws, and social norms can deviate from what is ethical. So it is necessary to constantly examine one’s standards to ensure that these are reasonable and well-founded. Ethics also means, then, ...
ethics - Florida Atlantic University
... If you do not have some nice to say about someone do not say it. Tell the truth while respecting others! Practice integrity! Lead with dignity! Know your boundaries! ...
... If you do not have some nice to say about someone do not say it. Tell the truth while respecting others! Practice integrity! Lead with dignity! Know your boundaries! ...
Slide 1
... Simple observation that different individuals and societies sometimes have different moral values. No one single standard is “right” It’s all just opinion, and one opinion is as good as another. Avoiding Relativism Critical and creative thinking Open mind and dialogue for moral standards ...
... Simple observation that different individuals and societies sometimes have different moral values. No one single standard is “right” It’s all just opinion, and one opinion is as good as another. Avoiding Relativism Critical and creative thinking Open mind and dialogue for moral standards ...
The Moral Point of View - Seattle Preparatory School
... Concern for Character Philosophers from Aristotle onward have seen the primary focus of morality to be character. Two questions: ...
... Concern for Character Philosophers from Aristotle onward have seen the primary focus of morality to be character. Two questions: ...
Ethics - drfredmugambi.com
... Perform duties at and away from work Enact attitudes Enact behavior Make decisions Relate to others Carry out your responsibilities Plan for the future ...
... Perform duties at and away from work Enact attitudes Enact behavior Make decisions Relate to others Carry out your responsibilities Plan for the future ...
The Impact of Social Elements on Clinical Bioethics Michael Cheng
... effecting Decision-making 1. Human-- righteous or biased ? rational or irrational ? altruistic or egoistic ? pure or evil hearted ? 2. Society – moral or immoral ? solidaritary or individualistic ? organically functional or malfunctional ? 3. Should decision-making be subject to social factors ? Deo ...
... effecting Decision-making 1. Human-- righteous or biased ? rational or irrational ? altruistic or egoistic ? pure or evil hearted ? 2. Society – moral or immoral ? solidaritary or individualistic ? organically functional or malfunctional ? 3. Should decision-making be subject to social factors ? Deo ...
Chapter 1
... Value Systems and Moral Beliefs 6 Influences That Shape the Value System Values in Conflict ...
... Value Systems and Moral Beliefs 6 Influences That Shape the Value System Values in Conflict ...
Morality in the Modern World
... Area One: The Euthyphro Dilemma Possible Relationships between Religion and Moral Values Guiding Principles: Interpretation of Sacred Writings; The Golden Rule; Virtue Theory; Utilitarian Ethics; Kantian Ethics. ...
... Area One: The Euthyphro Dilemma Possible Relationships between Religion and Moral Values Guiding Principles: Interpretation of Sacred Writings; The Golden Rule; Virtue Theory; Utilitarian Ethics; Kantian Ethics. ...
Ethics, Morals and the Professional
... What are ethics? What is morality? How can one behave in a moral manner? Just what are ethics and morality, and what is the difference between the two? How do our values impact our ethical decisions and moral standards? Do moral decisions always align with ethical decisions? There is a basic, albeit ...
... What are ethics? What is morality? How can one behave in a moral manner? Just what are ethics and morality, and what is the difference between the two? How do our values impact our ethical decisions and moral standards? Do moral decisions always align with ethical decisions? There is a basic, albeit ...
EHR 2101 Theories of Ethics
... This course describes theories and principles of ethics. The course concentrates on theories like; utilitarianism, rule based ethics, and virtue ethics. The course will also discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each of these theories. Course Objectives 1. To help the students acquire knowledge of ...
... This course describes theories and principles of ethics. The course concentrates on theories like; utilitarianism, rule based ethics, and virtue ethics. The course will also discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each of these theories. Course Objectives 1. To help the students acquire knowledge of ...
Ethics and Ethical Theories
... Discussion stoppers • People disagree on solutions. – They also agree on many things. ...
... Discussion stoppers • People disagree on solutions. – They also agree on many things. ...
Ethics rev1
... Through the ages philosophers have come up with theories to explain ethics by examining human behavior and by trying to create systems of thinking to explain it and to explain what we ought to do, and how we ought to decide what to do. We read about Socrates and his method of rigorously exploring wh ...
... Through the ages philosophers have come up with theories to explain ethics by examining human behavior and by trying to create systems of thinking to explain it and to explain what we ought to do, and how we ought to decide what to do. We read about Socrates and his method of rigorously exploring wh ...
Values, Ethics , and Advocacy
... Ethics is the study of philosophical ideals of right and wrong behavior. It is the study of good conduct, character, and motives. (Iggy, pg.389) Ethics is the study of social morality and philosophical reflection on society’s norms and practices. It is the practical application of moral philosop ...
... Ethics is the study of philosophical ideals of right and wrong behavior. It is the study of good conduct, character, and motives. (Iggy, pg.389) Ethics is the study of social morality and philosophical reflection on society’s norms and practices. It is the practical application of moral philosop ...
Business ethics
... With Right to earn more comes responsibilities to society. Free enterprise system will continue to operate as long as it serves the needs of society. How should business help the needs of society? Is it only economic? If so, is it OK to blatantly discriminate if firm is profitable? Even in the econo ...
... With Right to earn more comes responsibilities to society. Free enterprise system will continue to operate as long as it serves the needs of society. How should business help the needs of society? Is it only economic? If so, is it OK to blatantly discriminate if firm is profitable? Even in the econo ...
Chapter 13 Theories Strengths and Weaknesses
... ethical questions Needs of individual may be sacrificed for good of community Ideas of community have been used to force conformity ...
... ethical questions Needs of individual may be sacrificed for good of community Ideas of community have been used to force conformity ...