Distance Education at University of Batangas

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What change has civilization brought about in human understanding of goodness?

It has made goodness purely a moral concept.

It has removed the concept of goodness altogether.

It has universally defined goodness as happiness.

It has shifted the concept of goodness to include physical pleasures. (correct)

How does the concept of ethics originate according to the Greek root word?

It is based on the term for 'reason' or 'logic'.

It originates from a word meaning 'knowledge' or 'wisdom'.

It derives from a term meaning 'law' or 'order'.

It comes from a word meaning 'customs' or 'character'. (correct)

According to philosophers like Plato and Confucius, who should ideally govern society?

The most educated philosophers. (correct)

The wealthiest individuals.

Individuals elected by the populace.

Those with advanced technological knowledge.

What is described as the 'Supreme Philosophy' according to Plato?

Ethics. Signup and view all the answers

Which philosopher associated the idea of the philosopher-king with societal governance?

Plato. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of human life does ethics primarily focus on?

Determining right conduct and the good life. Signup and view all the answers

How did civilization's evolution affect people's views on others?

It caused discrimination and elitism. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term ’ideal human behavior’ in the context of ethics refer to?

Behavior that aligns with moral and ethical standards. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of normative ethics?

Disclosing the underlying moral norms Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines non-normative ethics?

A factual investigation of societal moral patterns Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to refer to the ethical principles for educators?

Code of ethics for teachers Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a subdivision of applied ethics?

Professional ethics Signup and view all the answers

Why are ethical standards significant according to the provided content?

They establish moral rules to prevent harm to others. Signup and view all the answers

Which ethical principle highlights the importance of relationships with others?

Normative ethics Signup and view all the answers

What does bioethics primarily focus on?

Ethics in the medical profession. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements aligns with the understanding of morality as discussed?

Moral values override socio-economic advantages. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the University of Batangas Distance Education?

Holistically develop students to be globally competent Signup and view all the answers

Which attribute is NOT associated with the UBDE?

Educators with national recognition Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the Distance Education Academic Learning (DEAL) Package?

UBDE Independent Learning Material, audio-visual material, and podcasts Signup and view all the answers

What does the Distance Education Enrichment Dialogue (DEED) Framework provide?

Video conferencing to receive updates and feedback from professors Signup and view all the answers

What is one objective of the University of Batangas Distance Education?

To provide equal opportunities for access to quality higher education Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a core component of the UBDE’s mission?

To provide a learning environment responsive to student needs Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a valid method for achieving the institution's mission?

Limiting student access to feedback Signup and view all the answers

What does the mission of UBDE aim to establish in distance education?

Accessibility to education for all students, regardless of circumstances Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of having a guide to moral action?

To make it easier to determine right actions in complex situations Signup and view all the answers

How can ethics assist a person in decision-making?

By identifying moral norms applicable in various situations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes general ethics?

It captures diverse ethical formulations that are universal. Signup and view all the answers

What might be a consequence of not understanding the distinction between ethics and morality?

Confusion about what is deemed right or wrong. Signup and view all the answers

What challenge arises when determining ethical actions according to the content?

There is often a conflict between personal desires and ethical responsibilities. Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between ethics and character development?

Becoming ethical is essential for developing one's character. Signup and view all the answers

How does applied ethics differ from general ethics?

Applied ethics focuses on real-world scenarios and the application of ethical principles. Signup and view all the answers

Why might ethical norms be considered valid across different situations?

They serve as universal guidelines for moral behavior. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best represents cultural relativism?

Cultural beliefs and ethical systems differ and are equally valid. Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary claim made by Protagoras regarding knowledge?

Moral perceptions are relative to each individual. Signup and view all the answers

What is the opposite belief of cultural relativism?

Ethnocentrism Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is commonly associated with the Filipino character?

Strong sense of family orientation Signup and view all the answers

What weakness is highlighted by 'extreme personalism' in Filipino character?

Challenge in accepting impersonal stimuli Signup and view all the answers

Which trait illustrates the flexibility and creativity of Filipinos?

Ability to adapt and innovate Signup and view all the answers

What detrimental effect can excessive family-centeredness have on Filipinos?

Neglect of larger societal concerns Signup and view all the answers

Which philosopher is associated with the origin of cultural relativism?

Protagoras of Abdera Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

University of Batangas Distance Education

Aims to equip students with global competence and flexibility in learning.

Vision & Mission

The vision is to be a premier private institution, committed to providing learner-centered university experience through flexible distance learning education.
The mission is to provide a learning environment responsive to student needs through flexible distance learning education, accessible to all, and formed with solid competence to meet the dynamic demands of society.

Objectives

Provide equal opportunities for alternative access to quality higher education by offering baccalaureate and post-baccalaureate degree programs through flexible distance learning education.
Develop a system of uninterrupted education for professional growth, knowledge-based and technical skills, especially for learners who are geographically challenged and those who cannot leave their jobs or homes for full-time studies.
Collaborate with other colleges and universities through partnership and capacity-building activities, research and linkages.
Uphold the university's core values, institutional objectives, and contribute to the academic success of the university by innovating and utilizing necessary instructional materials and technology.
Produce employable lifelong learners.

DEAL Package

Distance Education Academic Learning (DEAL) Package is a learning package exclusively provided by the University of Batangas Distance Education (UBDE) to its learners.
It is composed of reading material: the UBDE Independent Learning Material (ILM), audio-visual material, and its podcast version.
These three components are all aligned with one another.

DEED Framework

Distance Education Enrichment Dialogue (DEED) provides opportunities for learners to meet their professor/lecturer through video conferencing to receive updates and feedback with regard to their class performance.

Civilization

The implication of civilization is that man thinks in a spatio-temporal dimension.
Human beings will always look for the cause and effect in all their actions.
Goodness and beauty are always connected with their daily activities.
Goodness becomes causal and material.

The Need to Redefine Ethics

The development of science and technology changed the concept of goodness.
Previously, the concept of goodness was related to the norm of morality.
With technological advancements, the concept of goodness became related to physical pleasures.
Plato considered Ethics as the Supreme Philosophy, the science par excellence.
Ethics is the only discipline that deals with the attainment of the ultimate goal of a human person – happiness.
Confucius, Plato, and Aristotle held that philosophers must be the rulers of all people.

Ethics Definition

Ethics comes from the Greek word ethos (/ˈiːθɒs/ or US: /ˈiːθoʊs/) which means customs or “character.”
It is used to describe the guiding beliefs or ideals that make up a community, nation, or ideology.
Historically, the Greeks also used this word to refer to the power of music to influence emotions, behaviors, and even morals.
Ethics, as a discipline, is a branch of philosophy that studies ideal human behavior and ideal ways of living.
It is a subfield of philosophy concerned with systematizing, defending, and recommending concepts of right and wrong behavior.

Ethical Importance

To be ethical is necessary to obtain freedom and prepare for an immortal life with God.
It is necessary for a human person to determine the right thing to do because this will determine what kind of person he will be.
Determining what one wants to do can be contradictory to what is the right thing to do, and the right thing to do may not be the practical thing to do.
There is a need to have a guide to moral action so that it will become easier for him to decide in certain situations.

Divisions of Ethics

General ethics refers to all the diverse ethical formulations of general and universal concepts and principles that serve as the foundation of morality.
It attempts to identify the moral norms that will determine which actions are to be considered good and evil.
Non-normative ethics deals with a factual investigation of the social patterns of a society as compared to those of other societies.
Normative ethics attempts to disclose the underlying moral norm by which people act, judge, and decide on certain ethical matters.
Applied ethics focuses on particular situations in life where the principles of general ethics can be applied.
It does not only apply the general moral concepts and principles but also specifies the particular situation in life in which they are valid and legitimate.
From this applied ethics comes the other subdivisions like professional ethics, which deals with the rules by which people would behave and act so that they can properly live their professional lives.

Cultural Relativism

The view that ethical systems and cultural beliefs vary from one culture to another.
It also upheld the idea that said ethical systems are all equal in validity and of relevance.
It comes from the idea that moral standards are the product of society.
This philosophical principle was started by the Greek philosopher Protagoras of Abdera (490-420BCE).

Protagoras Claims

That man is the measure of all things.
That he could make the worse argument appear better or the weaker appear to be stronger.
That one could not tell if gods existed or not.

Filipino Morality

The opposite of relativism is Ethnocentrism.
It is a belief that there is one correct culture.
The common ground between the ethical/cultural relativism and ethnocentrism is the shared values, i.e., the values common to one another.

Filipino Character: Strengths

High regard for others, better known as pakikipagkapwa-tao.
Strong sense of family orientation.
Different sense and perception of joy and humor.
Flexible, adaptable, and creative.
Hard work and industrious.
Very religious.

Filipino Character: Weaknesses

Extreme Personalism: Filipinos tend to take things personally.
Extreme Family-Centeredness: Excessive concern for the family creates an in-group to which the Filipino is fiercely loyal, to the detriment of concern for the larger community or the common good.

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Explore the objectives and mission of the University of Batangas' Distance Education program. This quiz covers the institution's vision to provide flexible learning opportunities for students aiming for global competence and knowledge-based skills. Test your understanding of how distance education can cater to diverse learner needs.