Cultural Perspectives Part 2: Feminism & Ethics
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What is the primary aim of feminist ethics?

  • To adhere to traditional male-centric ethical theories.
  • To revise and reformulate ethics that devalue women's moral experience. (correct)
  • To establish a universal moral code applicable to all genders.
  • To create a separate ethical framework exclusively for women.

    • Which of the following statements accurately reflects a criticism of traditional ethics stated by Alison Jaggar?

  • It falsely divides the private and public spheres of life. (correct)
  • It emphasizes emotions over reason in moral decision-making.
  • It acknowledges the importance of personal duties over universal rules.
  • It prioritizes practical ethics over theoretical frameworks.

    • What does liberal feminist theory emphasize regarding women's rights?

  • Women's moral values are superior to those of men.
  • Women should embrace traditional roles within society.
  • Women are entitled to the same legal rights and education as men. (correct)
  • Economic independence is the sole focus of women's rights.

    • Which wave of feminism focuses on the liberation of women from being an exploited class?

    <p>Second wave feminism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Marxist feminist theory, what must happen to male-dominated institutions?

    <p>They must be overturned to combat women's exploitation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common stereotype about women’s ethical maturity highlighted by feminist scholars?

    <p>Women are depicted as ethically less mature than men.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key distinctions made by feminist ethics regarding moral values?

    <p>Male values are prioritized over female values.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is associated with the liberal feminist theory that advocates for equality in education and rights?

    <p>Mary Wollstonecraft</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Simone de Beauvoir argue women must reject to realize their full value as human beings?

    <p>The ghetto of domesticity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Feminist Care Ethics?

    <p>Interdependence and relational responsibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Carol Gilligan, what is a key aspect of women's moral development?

    <p>Emphasis on relational responsibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Nel Noddings emphasize about human relationships?

    <p>Relationships often involve unequal interdependence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Gilligan's moral development theory from Kohlberg's?

    <p>The focus on relational and situational factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Gilligan's stages of feminine ethical development, what is the first stage?

    <p>Pursuit of self-interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about moral development is most closely associated with Kohlberg?

    <p>Women only progress to the fourth stage of moral reasoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of morality is emphasized by Virginia Held's perspective?

    <p>Relationship-based morality trumps abstract rules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cultural Perspectives (Part 2): Feminism & Ethics of Care

    • This presentation covers feminist ethics and the ethics of care, specifically focusing on ethical approaches from various feminist viewpoints.

    Feminist Ethics

    • Feminist ethics aims to re-evaluate, reformulate, or re-think traditional ethics to address the devaluing of women's moral experiences.
    • Traditional ethical theories are largely developed by men.
    • Traditional ethics create a false division between private and public spheres, creating differing ethical standards for men and women.
    • Women are often perceived as less ethically mature, emotionally based, and less impartial than men.
    • "Male" values are often presented as superior to "female" values (e.g., Courage versus Gentleness).
    • Universal rules are often prioritized over personal and situational duties.

    Three Waves of the Feminist Movement

    • The feminist movement is categorized into three historical waves.
      • Late 18th – Early 20th Century: Focus on equality under the law (e.g., voting rights, property rights, abolition of slavery).
      • 1950s – 1980s: Liberation of women as an exploited class concerning economic, political, and domestic spheres.
      • 1990s-Present: Equitable treatment in the workplace, emancipation from traditional roles, and challenging patriarchal culture.

    Competing Feminist Ethical Systems

    • Liberal Feminist Theory:
      • Morality is universal and women deserve the same education and rights as men.
      • The main focus is on the legal status of women as individuals.
      • Key figure: Mary Wollstonecraft (1759-1797).
    • Marxist Feminist Theory:
      • Aims to overthrow male-dominated political and economic systems that exploit women and minorities.
      • Women are considered a distinct but equal class alienated from their humanity by male-dominated institutions and ideology.
      • Key figure: Simone de Beauvoir (1908-1986).

    Feminist Care Ethics

    • This approach presents a distinct female experience and challenges traditional male-centered moral systems.
    • Emphasizes the importance of relationships and interdependence in determining moral duties.
    • Key aspects include: attending to needs of those who depend on us, respecting emotional experiences, seeking situational solutions, avoiding strict distinctions between private and public spheres, and viewing individuals as part of a system rather than as autonomous minds.
    • Key figure: Virginia Held (1929-?).

    Gilligan's Theory

    • Carol Gilligan, in contrast to Lawrence Kohlberg, argues that there are six stages of moral development in children and teens.
      • Desire for rewards and fear of punishment
      • Egoistic/relativistic reciprocity
      • Contextual norms of "good" and "bad" behavior for admiration
      • Social order and respect for established laws
      • Avoidance of harm/seeking general harmony
      • Universal ethical principles
    • Women rarely go beyond stage 3, while men usually mature beyond stage 4, according to Gilligan.

    Nel Noddings's Theory

    • Nel Noddings, building on Gilligan's theory, emphasizes the importance of relationships in ethical development.

    • Proximity, intensity, and the nature of relationship between the caregiver and cared-for will determine ethical duties to the caregiver.

    • Human relationships are interdependent, rather than impartial and reciprocal.

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    This quiz explores feminist ethics and the ethics of care, examining how traditional ethical theories are influenced by male perspectives. Discussing the three waves of the feminist movement, it highlights the need to reevaluate moral experiences shaped by women. Dive into critical discussions around ethics and social justice from a feminist lens.

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