4 Applied Ethics

Learning Objectives

The material in this module alligns to the following Ohio Introduction to Ethics TAG Outcomes:

  1. Demonstrate exposure to and knowledge of the views and approaches to specific moral problems or ethical issues as presented in the writings of several figures/texts from contemporary philosophy.
  2. Demonstrate increased awareness and understanding of complex issues and complex ethical issues as presented in philosophic texts.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of how to examine questions and issues from diverse perspectives.
  4. Demonstrate exposure to and recognition of philosophical arguments addressing traditional and contemporary ethical and moral issues within the contexts and traditions that inform them.
  5. Develop an ability to (re)present complex philosophical ideas, theories, and perspectives fairly, objectively, and critically.
  6. Engage students in development of written reflection and response